North Korea fires ‘unidentified’ ballistic missiles towards East Sea: Seoul
Summary
North Korea launched short-range ballistic missiles towards the East Sea, which is also called the Sea of Japan. This is the first missile launch under South Korea's new president, Lee Jae Myung, and is happening just before the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in South Korea.Key Facts
- North Korea fired short-range ballistic missiles towards its eastern coast.
- South Korea's military detected several projectiles being launched.
- The launch took place a week before the APEC summit in South Korea.
- This is the first missile launch under South Korea's new president, Lee Jae Myung.
- North Korea previously launched missiles towards the East Sea in May.
- Experts warned of potential missile tests by North Korea during the APEC summit.
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un recently displayed a new intercontinental ballistic missile at a military parade.
- North Korea has stated it will not give up its nuclear weapons despite international bans.
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