North Korea hones cruise missile tech with 4 tests in 2 weeks

SEOUL -- With four missile tests in two weeks, North Korea is accelerating its push for more precise cruise missiles with an eye on South Korean and U.S. military targets.

Cruise missiles are generally harder to intercept than ballistic missiles. Pyongyang is believed to be broadcasting its latest developments in a bid to exert greater pressure on Washington and Seoul while showcasing its capabilities to Moscow, an increasingly important partner on military technology.