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North Korea Fires Unidentified Ballistic Missile on Monday

Apr 22, 2024, 06:34 AM

North Korea has launched a ballistic missile towards the Sea of Japan, as confirmed by multiple sources including South Korea's military and Japan's Defense Ministry. The missile was fired on Monday and was directed off North Korea's east coast. South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff reported that at least one unidentified ballistic missile was involved in this launch. The missile is believed to have landed outside Japan's exclusive economic zone. Yonhap news agency and NHK World are closely following the developments and will provide updates.