From euronews · Gavin Blackburn · · 1m 10s
North Korea Fires Missiles Near Sea of Japan
North Korea launches ballistic missiles as tensions rise with South Korea.
In brief
North Korea launches ballistic missiles as tensions rise with South Korea. North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan after a landmine explosion near the DMZ, prompting South Korea to review military readiness. Originally reported by euronews.
North Korea launches ballistic missiles
North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles off its east coast toward the Sea of Japan, Seoul's military reported.
Seoul reviews military readiness
South Korea's National Security Office convened an emergency meeting to assess military readiness following the missile launch.
Landmine incident in DMZ
A landmine explosion injured three South Korean soldiers near the Demilitarised Zone, prompting North Korea to plant mines over a year ago.
Missile tests escalate
North Korea tested an AI-equipped intermediate-range ballistic missile on 3 October, while South Korea developed a hypersonic glide vehicle.
Kim Yo-jong demands respect
Kim Yo-jong called for South Korea to offer 'utmost respect' to rebuild relations with North Korea.
“If they (South Korea) truly wish to restore relations between the DPRK and South Korea, they should be mindful of the other side's feelings in every word and deed and first demonstrate the utmost respect, consideration and sincerity”
Tensions with US involvement
US President Donald Trump's outreach to North Korea raises concerns Seoul could be sidelined in potential nuclear talks.
The headline
North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan after a landmine explosion near the DMZ, prompting South Korea to review military readiness.
