North Korea fires around 10 ballistic missiles into sea
The latest ballistic missile launch comes amid rising border tensions with South Korea and uncertainty over potential nuclear talks with the US.
North Korea launched approximately a dozen short-range ballistic missiles towards the East Sea on Thursday, according to the South Korean military's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS). The missile tests, which commenced around 12:30 p.m. from the Wonsan area, are currently being analyzed for their flight distances and other technical details.
This latest round of missile tests follows Pyongyang's test-firing of what it claimed were tactical ballistic missiles on October 12, aimed at enhancing a critical weapon component. In response to the recent activity, the JCS has intensified surveillance and remains on high alert for any further launches, while maintaining a robust defense posture through close information-sharing with the United States and Japan.
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