North Korea state media KCNA reports that North Korea has tested some missiles and also tested an electromagnetic weapon system

North Korea's missile tests alongside an electromagnetic weapon system trial signify a potential escalation in regional tensions.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 8 Apr 2026, 21:33 UTCOn the live feed at 21:13 UTC — 2 more headlines followed before this page went public

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North Korea state media KCNA reports that North Korea has tested some missiles and also tested an electromagnetic weapon system

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This development could heighten geopolitical risks, impacting safe-haven assets like gold and the yen, while also raising concerns about security dynamics in Asia.

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