16 APR 2026
North Korea

North Korea tests cruise, anti-ship missiles from destroyer

Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 06:38 UTC · 1 source

North Korea conducted a test launch of cruise and anti-ship missiles from the destroyer 'Chae Hyon' under the leadership of Kim Jong Un, as reported by state media KCNA. The cruise missiles flew for approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes, while the anti-ship missiles had flight durations of about 32–33 minutes. This demonstration highlights ongoing advancements in North Korea's naval strike capabilities and its continued military provocations despite international sanctions.

Key Details
Cruise missiles: ~2 hours 11 minutes flight
Anti-ship missiles: ~32–33 minutes flight
Vessel: Destroyer 'Chae Hyon'
Sources
TGКирилл Фёдоров / Война История Оружиеview16h ago
Cycle: Thursday, 16 April 2026 at 06:38 UTC · First reported: 16h ago