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South Korea's military has begun deploying the Hyunmoo-5 ballistic missile, designed to target underground bunkers and deter North Korean threats. The deployment started in late 2024 and aims for completion by June 2030, under President Lee Jae Myung.

Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back emphasized the need for a substantial number of these missiles to establish a 'balance of terror' against North Korea's nuclear capabilities. The military plans to field hundreds of Hyunmoo-5 missiles and upgraded variants as part of its defense strategy, which includes the Korea Massive Punishment and Retaliation program. The missile's details remain largely classified, following its public display in 2023.