New missile submarine may have been launched by North Korea

North Korea is said to have launched a 3000 ton submarine capable of carrying ballistic missiles. If confirmed, the launch demonstrates the country's strike capabilities and the futility of US President Donald Trump's rhetoric against North Korea.

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