politics
April 11, 2026
North Korea tests new electromagnetic and blackout bombs
The list of “special assets” allegedly developed by the country includes an electromagnetic weapon, carbon fiber bombs, and a mobile air defense system
TL;DR
- North Korea conducted a series of high-tech weapons tests over three days.
- The tested weapons include electromagnetic weapons, carbon fiber bombs, and new mobile air defense systems.
- Carbon fiber bombs are designed to disable electrical grids, while the electromagnetic pulse (EMP) weapon targets electronic circuits.
- A new cluster warhead for the Hwasong-11 ballistic missile was also tested.
- These tests follow rising tensions, with North Korea calling South Korea its "most hostile enemy state."
- South Korea apologized for drone incursions, denying official involvement.
- North Korea views its nuclear arsenal as leverage against US "terrorism and aggression."
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