North Korea recently conducted a weapons test of a hypersonic intermediate-range missile, furthering leader Kim Jong Un's commitment to enhancing nuclear capabilities. The missile reportedly traveled 932 miles, reaching speeds of 12 times the speed of sound. Both North Korea and South Korea have conflicting claims about the test's details, raising international concerns, especially amid North Korea's reported collaboration with Russia. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken denounced the missile launch during his visit to Seoul, stating it violates UN resolutions and highlighting the military cooperation between North Korea and Russia amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.