North Korea Claims Success in Launch of Solid-Fuel ICBM, Raising Nuclear Tensions

North Korea tested a solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile capable of striking the US mainland.
The Hwasong-18 missile could reduce warning and reaction times compared to earlier liquid-fuel ICBMs.
Though the test demonstrated a potentially significant advance, analysts said North Korea still faced challenges mastering reentry technology.
North Korea's leader said the test showed his country was ready to escalate a "nuclear crisis" with the US to defend itself.
The Biden administration strongly condemned the launch and vowed to explore new sanctions as denuclearization talks remain stalled.