Taepodong missile series

The Taepodong missile series are long-range ballistic missiles developed by North Korea, designed to deliver payloads over hundreds to thousands of miles. The series includes various models with different capabilities, including the Taepodong-1 and Taepodong-2, which have been tested as potential space launch vehicles and capable of reaching parts of the U.S. mainland. They are significant for their advanced technology and implications for regional security, as they demonstrate North Korea’s ability to develop missile systems that can potentially carry nuclear weapons over long distances.