Kim Jong Un oversees naval cruise missile test, reports Korean Central News Agency (KCNA)

Kim Jong Un oversaw fresh tests of strategic cruise missiles and anti-ship weapons launched from a naval destroyer, according to state media reports on Tuesday.

The launches took place on Sunday, the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said, marking the latest in a series of recent missile tests by the nuclear-armed country.

KCNA reported that two strategic cruise missiles flew for about 7,900 seconds—over two hours—while anti-ship missiles remained airborne for nearly 2,000 seconds, or roughly 33 minutes. The missiles reportedly followed designated flight paths over the West Sea—Pyongyang’s term for the Yellow Sea—and struck their targets with high precision.

The tests were conducted from the Choe Hyon, one of North Korea’s two 5,000-ton destroyers unveiled last year as part of efforts to expand naval capabilities. Images released by KCNA showed a missile in its early flight stage with a bright orange flame trailing behind, as well as Kim observing the launch alongside senior naval officials.

KCNA also reported that Kim was briefed on weapons system plans for two additional destroyers currently under construction, during which he “made an important conclusion.” He expressed satisfaction with the military’s growing strategic readiness and reiterated that strengthening the country’s nuclear deterrent remains its top priority.