North Korea confirms successful hypersonic missile test overseen by Kim Jong Un

North Korea has confirmed a successful test of an intermediate-range hypersonic missile, claiming it addresses security threats. The launch was overseen by Kim Jong Un and took place in a suburb of Pyongyang. The state-run news agency reported that the test demonstrates North Korea's ability to develop advanced weapon systems. The missile is said to enhance the country's capability to counter rivals in the Pacific region. This test occurs amid rising regional tensions and coincides with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to South Korea, where he condemned the missile launch.