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South Korea's military has started deploying the Hyunmoo-5 ballistic missile to frontline units to counter perceived regional threats, particularly from North Korea. The missile, capable of carrying an 8-ton warhead, is designed to target underground bunkers.

Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back emphasized the need for a 'balance of terror' as South Korea cannot possess nuclear arms under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. Mass production of the Hyunmoo-5 has commenced, with plans to deploy hundreds of these advanced missiles and upgraded versions. Deployment began in late 2024 and is expected to conclude by June 2030 under President Lee Jae Myung's administration.