Watch: North Korea shows off huge missile at military parade
Named the Hwasong-20, its size suggests that it could carry multiple nuclear warheads.
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Huge missile takes centre stage at N Korea parade
Named the Hwasongpho-20, its size suggests that it could carry multiple nuclear warheads.
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