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North Korea fires ballistic missiles after condemning military drill as threat

North Korea fires ballistic missiles after condemning military drill as threat

Summary

North Korea fired ballistic missiles into the sea after the U.S., South Korea, and Japan finished a joint military exercise. This drill was held in response to threats from North Korea regarding its nuclear weapons.

Key Facts

  • North Korea launched ballistic missiles on Saturday.
  • The missiles were fired from Wonsan on North Korea’s east coast.
  • The launch happened one day after a military drill with the U.S., South Korea, and Japan.
  • The drill was done to respond to North Korea’s nuclear threats.
  • South Korea’s military is closely watching the situation.
  • The missiles were sent toward the sea, not toward another country.
  • The military exercise involved three countries working together.
  • North Korea condemned the military drill, seeing it as a threat.
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