Russian Tech Behind North Korea's Missile?

South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman suggested that Russian technology may be part of North Korea's new Hwasong-20 intercontinental ballistic missile, showcased at a recent military parade. This was stated during a parliamentary hearing in response to a lawmaker's question.

South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman revealed on Tuesday that North Korea's newly displayed Hwasong-20 intercontinental ballistic missile might have been developed using Russian technology.

This statement was made in response to a lawmaker's question during a hearing in the South Korean parliament.

The display of the advanced nuclear-capable missile occurred during a military parade, raising concerns about North Korea's growing capabilities.

(With inputs from agencies.)