Mapped: The North Korean Missiles That Can Strike US Territory
Summary
A map shows North Korean missiles that could reach U.S. territories and bases, possibly even parts of the mainland United States. North Korea continues to enhance its missile capabilities despite international sanctions, leading to concerns in South Korea, Japan, and the U.S.Key Facts
- North Korea claims its missile programs are for self-defense.
- The Hwasong-9 missile can travel up to 620 miles, reaching South Korea and parts of Japan.
- The Hwasong-10 missile has a range of 2,490 miles, threatening U.S. military sites in the Western Pacific, including Guam.
- The Hwasong-14 intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) can potentially reach as far as 6,460 miles, covering areas like Hawaii, Alaska, and much of the continental U.S.
- North Korea aims to improve its missiles' precision and ability to bypass defenses.
- U.S. intelligence suggests North Korea might have around 10 ICBMs currently capable of hitting the U.S., which could increase by 2035.
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