North Korea is increasing both the size and capability of its ballistic missile force, which consists of indigenously produced missile systems with ranges from a few hundred kilometers to more than 12,000 km.The institute estimated that North Korea is focusing on developing an arsenal of tactical nuclear weapons, which could be used early in a conflict, allowing the aggressor to destroy targets without causing significant radioactive fallout. North Korea has tested a nuclear device six times since 2006, and its nuclear policy is deeply embedded in the country’s politics and culture. Is North Korea more dangerous to US than Russia ?

