North Korea needs indigenously produced satellites in order to independently acquire imagery and information, a leading pro-DPRK propaganda outlet claimed Monday, saying such capabilities are necessary in its continuing “war” with the U.S.

The article published by Choson Sinbo, an influential pro-North Korea outlet in Japan, comes two days after the DPRK tested “reconnaissance satellite” systems for the second time in a week and while preparations appear ongoing for a major event in Pyongyang.

“The domestically produced satellite, which contributes to the DPRK’s bolstering of self-defense power, will … be launched to space at a time and place