cruise missile

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North Korea has recently staged strategic cruise missile launches from the Choe Hyon, which analysts believe could be equipped to carry nuclear warheads.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Video footage clearly shows the damage was done by a Tomahawk cruise missile.

From Slate • Mar. 10, 2026

The Tomahawk is a type of long-range cruise missile that can be launched from submarines, ships and aircraft which has been in the US arsenal for decades.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

So allow us to bring you a good news story: A new cheap American cruise missile developed in 16 months.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

The cruise missile production which will begin next year will modernize our strategic air deterrent.

From State of the Union Address by Carter, Jimmy