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North Korea Launches Ballistic Missile Towards East Sea: Yonhap

Oct 30, 2024, 10:23 PM

North Korea has launched a ballistic missile towards the East Sea, according to multiple reports from South Korean and Japanese authorities, including Yonhap. The launch follows allegations from South Korea that North Korea has prepared an ICBM launcher, and comes amid ongoing large-scale ballistic missile testing and nuclear arms development by North Korea. This action has raised concerns about regional security and escalated tensions in the area, particularly as North Korea strengthens its military, economic, and diplomatic ties with Russia. South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff confirmed the launch.