In a recent development, North Korea has successfully launched a spy satellite, capturing images of the White House and Pentagon in the United States. The news was reported by the Central Telegraph Agency of Korea (CTAK), which stated that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has already reviewed the images.
Earlier, the Ministry of Defense in Japan had announced the detection of an object in Earth’s orbit, possibly belonging to North Korea. This latest revelation confirms those suspicions.
The Central Telegraph Agency of Korea (CTAK) had previously announced the successful launch of the reconnaissance satellite named “Mallyeong-1” by North Korea. The satellite was successfully placed into orbit, and Kim Jong Un extended his congratulations to the scientists, engineers, and workers involved in the project.
On November 21, 2023, at 22:42:28 Pyongyang time (13:42:28 UTC), the Sohae Satellite Launching Station conducted a successful launch of the new type of carrier rocket called “Chollima-1”.
The satellite was successfully deployed, and approximately 705 seconds after liftoff, at 22:54:13, the reconnaissance satellite “Mallyeong-1” was delivered to a near-sun-synchronous orbit with the following parameters: inclination – 97.43°; minimum altitude – 492.9 km; maximum altitude – 512.2 km; orbital period – 94.67 minutes.
In a previous statement, North Korea had referred to the submarine incursion of the United States into South Korea as a “trigger for nuclear weapon deployment.”
This successful satellite launch by North Korea raises concerns about their surveillance capabilities and potential implications for international security. The ability to capture images of sensitive locations such as the White House and Pentagon highlights the need for increased vigilance and diplomatic efforts to address North Korea’s activities in the region. The United States and its allies must carefully consider the implications and respond accordingly to ensure peace and stability in the area.
