North Korean tyrant Kim Jong-un rips off 'Top Gun' in cheap propaganda film for missile launch



North Korean state media has released edited footage of communist dictator Kim Jong-un and his military officials in what appears to be a hype video for the recent test-launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile that was internationally condemned.

The video shows the homicidal tyrant dressed in a black leather jacket and dark aviator sunglasses, a style ripped from the 1980s Hollywood hit "Top Gun." It follows him as he exits a missile hangar flanked by two high-ranking army officials. Dramatic music plays and the camera cuts between the three men checking their watches because it was go-time for the "Hwasong-17" ICBM launch.

As the music picks up, Kim removes his sunglasses, stares off into the distance, and then nods. It's a cheap-looking propaganda film, so the North Korean leader looks more like an out-of-shape greaser than an action hero.

BREAKING: North Korea's state-run television shows edited footage of Kim Jong Un guiding the test-launch of what the country referred to as the Hwasong-17 ICBM.\n\nLatest story: https://www.nknews.org/2022/03/north-korea-test-launched-new-hwasong-17-icbm-for-first-time-state-media-says/?t=1655965392315\u00a0\u2026\n(Video: KCTV)pic.twitter.com/APifRhtJVr
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The film then cuts to the missile launch sequence. A red light flashes and an alarm sounds. A voice begins counting down from 1,0 and then an officer yells into a phone, giving the signal to fire. A soldier waves a flag, and then several more soldiers sitting in front of computer screens shout. One of them pushes a button and the missile fires.

KCTV: Kim Jong Un and his officials cheering after the ICBM launch, edited as a slow-motion.pic.twitter.com/XQkyH0Q7S8
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From a bunker, Kim and his two military lackeys cheer as multiple U.N. Security Council resolutions are violated.

In statements reported by North Korea's media, Kim called the successful test a "powerful tool for nuclear attack."

“It is necessary to make clear that whoever tries to infringe upon the security of our state shall pay dearly,” the dictator reportedly said during the launch, according to NK News.

“Our state defense capability will make thorough preparations for long confrontation with U.S. imperialism on the basis of the tremendous military technical force unflinching even to any military threat and blackmail,” Kim reportedly said.

“Strategic Force of the DPRK is fully ready to thoroughly check and contain any dangerous military attempt of the U.S. imperialists ... the new strategic weapon of the DPRK will clearly show the might of our strategic force to the whole world once again," he added.

The Korean Central News Agency said the Hwasong-17 missile reached a maximum altitude of 3,880 miles and flew 680 miles in 67 minutes before landing in Japanese waters.

“The intercontinental ballistic missile was test-fired vertically in consideration of the security of the neighboring states,” North Korea said Friday, although the Japanese government expressed anger at the missile landing near its territory.

The international community strongly condemned the missile launch.

South Korean President Moon Jae-in called the launch a "grave threat," and U.S. and Japanese officials each said it presented a "clear and serious challenge" to the world.

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US successfully shoots down ICBM in space from warship for the first time ever in military test



The United States shot down an intercontinental ballistic missile in space from a warship at sea for the first time ever in a successful demonstration early Tuesday morning, the Missile Defense Agency announced in a news release.

What are the details?

The ICBM was launched into space at approximately 12:50 a.m. EST from the Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site, located on the Marshall Islands. Shortly after, the missile was "intercepted and destroyed" as it traveled above the broad ocean area northeast of Hawaii.

The MDA used an advanced SM-3 Block IIA ballistic missile defense interceptor made by Raytheon Missiles & Defense to destroy the missile. The operation was part of a hypothetical defense of Hawaii scenario, the release noted.

The successful operation marked the first time that the U.S. has shot down an ICBM from a non-grounded site. It is an encouraging development for homeland defense as foreign adversaries such as North Korea continue to develop long-range missile systems capable of reaching the U.S.

"This was an incredible accomplishment and critical milestone for the Aegis BMD SM-3 Block IIA program," MDA Director Vice Admiral Jon Hill said. "We have demonstrated that an Aegis BMD-equipped vessel equipped with the SM-3 Block IIA missile can defeat an ICBM-class target, which is a step in the process of determining its feasibility as part of an architecture for layered defense of the homeland. My congratulations to the entire test team, including our military and industry partners, who helped us to achieve this milestone."

The MDA made video of the test available in its release, which can be seen below:

What else?

In a separate news release, Raytheon also celebrated the "historic" event.

"This first-of-its-kind test shows that our nation has a viable option for a new layer of defense against long-range threats," Bryan Rosselli, vice president of Strategic Missile Defense at the company, said. Raytheon added in the release that the interceptor was co-developed with Japan's Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.

Fox News noted that previous tests to shoot down ICBMs have been conducted using ground-based interceptors launched from military bases in Alaska and California.

The demonstration was performed to fulfill a congressional mandate to test the interceptor before the end of 2020, MDA officials said. It was originally scheduled for May but was moved back due to personnel issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

North Korea reportedly flaunts new 'monster' ICBM at showy military parade — and some analysts believe it could be one of the world's largest ballistic missiles



North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un reportedly celebrated during a recent military parade, which featured what is reportedly one of the biggest intercontinental ballistic missiles in the world, according to a Saturday Reuters report.

The outlet reported that the missiles — previously unseen — were shown at the military parade, which showcased North Korea's long-range weapons for what the news organization said was the first time in two years.

CNN notes that some analysts believe the ballistic missile is one of the world's largest ever seen.

What are the details?

The parade reportedly took place in Pyongyang to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the ruling Workers' Party, and displayed several large missiles.

Melissa Hanham, deputy director of the Open Nuclear Network, called the missile a "monster," according to the report.

One missile in particular was so large that the huge trailer on which it was transported had 11 axles.

"Also displayed were the Hwasong-15, which is the longest-range missile ever tested by North Korea, and what appeared to be a new submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM)," Reuters noted.

According to the news organization, an unnamed senior U.S. official said the display was "disappointing" amid the recent development of relations between North Korea and South.

The unnamed official said, "It is disappointing to see the DPRK continuing to prioritize its prohibited nuclear and ballistic missile program over working towards a brighter future for the North Korean people."

Kim, according to the outlet, appeared and waved to the crowd before making remarks.

"We will continue to build our national defense power and self-defensive war deterrence," he reportedly said in his remarks.

The report noted, "The parade was highly choreographed, with thousands of troops marching in formation, displays of new conventional military equipment including tanks, and fighter jets launching flares and fireworks. Kim became visibly emotional as he thanked the troops for their sacrifice in responding to natural disasters and preventing a coronavirus outbreak."

Reuters reported that Kim expressed his gratitude that not a single North Korean citizen tested positive for the virus — a previously disputed claim.

What else?

Following the news, the U.S. urged North Korea to return to negotiations.

An unnamed U.S. official reportedly told The Daily Caller, "The United States remains guided by the vision President Trump and Chairman Kim set forth in Singapore and calls on the DPRK to engage in sustained and substantive negotiations to achieve complete denuclearization."

"It is disappointing to see the DPRK continuing to prioritize its prohibited nuclear and ballistic missile program," the source added.

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