The North Korean leader also called for the development of a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) in 2023. In addition, Kim Jong Un set out the goal of putting a reconnaissance satellite into orbit as early as possible, according to KCNA.
The latest launch comes as North Korean leader Kim Jong-un vowed to increase the production of nuclear warheads "exponentially" and build a more powerful intercontinental ballistic missile.
The missiles were launched from Chunghwa County in North Korea's North Hwanghae Province at around 8 am local time on Saturday, Yonhap said, citing the South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS).