N. Korea test-launched tactical missile Hwasong-11 with leader Kim in attendance

North Korea has confirmed that it test-launched its tactical missile Hwasong-11 on Thursday, with leader Kim Jong-un in attendance.

According to the Korean Central News Agency on Friday, Kim personally guided the long-range artillery and missile system joint strike drill.

The KCNA said 600 millimeter rocket launchers and the Hwasong-11 tactical ballistic missile were mobilized for the drill.

Experts say it appears the regime is continuously developing and testing those that are advantageous for exports to Russia.