WATCH LIVE: Hegseth delivers remarks at National War College amid reports N. Korea testing missile
Summary
North Korea launched a suspected short-range ballistic missile into the sea, increasing its weapons testing activities. The launch happened as U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was about to speak at the National War College. South Korea, along with the United States and Japan, is closely monitoring the situation.Key Facts
- North Korea fired a suspected short-range ballistic missile toward its eastern waters.
- The missile flew approximately 700 kilometers (434 miles) across the country after being launched.
- South Korea and the U.S. monitored the launch preparations and are analyzing the test.
- Japan reported that the missile landed outside its exclusive economic zone, causing no damage.
- North Korea's missile tests have been increasing, including recent hypersonic and cruise missile tests.
- U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was visiting South Korea when the missile was launched.
- North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un, has expanded the nuclear and missile programs, avoiding talks with the U.S. and South Korea.
- North Korea criticized recent U.S. sanctions on its cyber activities, indicating no urgency to resume negotiations.
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