Ukraine’s defense intelligence officials told Japan’s Kyodo News that North Korean-made short-range ballistic missiles employed by Russian forces have demonstrated a dramatic improvement in targeting accuracy. According to Ukrainian officials, the missiles’ circular error probable (CEP) has reportedly improved from more than one kilometer in 2024 to approximately 1–5 meters by April 2026.
Ukrainian officials assess that the enhanced accuracy is likely the result of Russia refining the missiles using operational data collected during combat. The improvement applies to the KN-23 short-range ballistic missile, which closely resembles Russia’s Iskander missile. Military experts attribute the increased precision primarily to upgrades to the missile’s inertial navigation system.
North Korea has continued to conduct ballistic missile tests over the Sea of Japan, and the estimated range of its short-range ballistic missiles places all of South Korea, parts of Japan, and U.S. military bases in Japan within reach. Continued battlefield collaboration with Russia could further accelerate North Korea’s missile development and increase security risks in East Asia.
Source: Guangming Daily, June 21, 2026
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