North Korea fires two ballistic missiles into the sea in latest weapons display
Summary
North Korea launched two short-range ballistic missiles into the sea off its eastern coast, according to South Korea’s military. These missile tests followed North Korea’s recent statement confirming its nuclear weapons status and rejecting a United Nations resolution demanding it stop its nuclear activities.Key Facts
- North Korea fired two short-range ballistic missiles from the Wonsan area into the East Sea (also called the Sea of Japan) on Sunday.
- The first missile flew about 450 kilometers, and the second flew more than 600 kilometers.
- South Korea, the United States, and Japan are monitoring and analyzing the missile launches.
- Japan officially protested the launches, calling them a threat to peace and security in the region.
- South Korea’s National Security Office held an emergency meeting to assess the security risks after the launches.
- North Korea said its nuclear weapons program is permanent and guaranteed by its constitution.
- The missile tests happened soon after North Korea’s joint military drills and a statement rejecting a UN resolution on its nuclear program.
- North Korea used the event to accuse other countries of trying to end its nuclear weapons status.
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