While they can put a small payload up and have intercontinental capability, it doesn't look like they have a physics package small enough to send the distance.
I have no doubt they are working on that.
One thing is certain: it isn't wise to underestimate a madman, he might be as capable as he says.
“While they can put a small payload up and have intercontinental capability, it doesn’t look like they have a physics package small enough to send the distance.”
I agree...an ICBM is not the same as a three stage orbital rocket. But if a country can make it to orbit, then they can DEFINITELY land something pretty big here - since it takes a lot less energy to launch a suborbital rocket. But, yes, there is a lot more to it - from guidance, to re-entry, to triggering. But they are well on their way, at the very least.