# North Korea Tests Submarine Cruise Missiles

> North Korea claims to have tested cruise missiles for submarine launch, aiming to boost underwater nuclear capabilities.
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## North Korea Tests Submarine Cruise Missiles
North Korea said Wednesday it test-fired cruise missiles designed to be fired from submarines to test readiness of underwater combat systems.

> North Korea said Wednesday it test-fired cruise missiles designed to be fired from submarines to test the readiness of the country's underwater combat systems and strengthen the Navy's capabilities.
## Strategic Nuclear Capabilities
North Korea's state media described the weapons as strategic, implying intent to arm them with nuclear warheads.

> A North Korean state media report described the weapons as strategic, implying an intent to arm them with nuclear warheads.
## Submarine Testing Progress
North Korea has pushed ahead with modern missile submarines and both ballistic and cruise missile developments.

> North Korea has pushed ahead with modern missile submarines and both ballistic and cruise missile developments.
## Key takeaway

North Korea tested cruise missiles designed for submarine launch to strengthen its underwater military systems.