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South Korea: North Korea building carbon fiber ICBM capable of carrying multiple warheads

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South Korea analyzes that North Korea is developing a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) using carbon fiber. This ICBM is believed to be capable of carrying multiple warheads, and a ground test of a solid-fuel rocket engine was also conducted in March this year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When did North Korea conduct the ground test of a solid-fuel rocket engine?
A: North Korea conducted the ground test of a solid-fuel rocket engine in March of this year.
Q: According to analysts, what was the solid-fuel rocket engine developed for?
A: Analysts believe the solid-fuel rocket engine was developed for North Korea's latest intercontinental ballistic missile.
Q: Who reported that the rocket engine thrust may be greater than the 2024 model?
A: South Korean lawmakers stated that the thrust of the new engine may be greater than that of the previous model tested in 2024.
Q: What capability was estimated for the previous rocket engine model tested in 2024?
A: The previous model tested in 2024 was estimated to be capable of striking anywhere on the United States mainland.
Q: Which South Korean lawmaker spoke to reporters after the National Intelligence Service briefing?
A: South Korean lawmaker Park Sun-won told reporters about the missile body after the closed-door briefing.