North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has overseen a test-fire of a 240mm multiple rocket launcher with a new guidance system, state media reported Wednesday. Kim attended Tuesday's test of the multiple rocket launch system (MRLS) that is produced at defense industrial enterprises under the Second Economic Commission, according to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). "The MRLS, technically updated in its maneuverability and concentrated firing capability, was proved to be advantageous in all indices, including newly applied guiding system, controllability and destructive power," the KCNA said. In February, North Korea said it had newly developed "controllable" 240mm rocket launcher shells, a move that could boost its weapons capabilities with improvements in range and precision. In May, the country said it will deploy the weapon system to Korean People's Army units between 2024 and 2026. The test-firing came as South Korea and the United States have been conducting their annual summertime Ulchi Freedom Shiel d exercise, which is set to conclude Thursday. North Korea has long denounced the allies' joint drills as preparations for an invasion against it. Source: Qatar News Agency
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