North Korea Launches Ballistic Missiles Amidst Rising Tensions with US and Allies
North Korea has fired two ballistic missiles, with the second potentially failing and blowing up, according to South Korea's military. The launches came just a day after Pyongyang vowed aggressive responses to new military drills conducted by the United States, South Korea, and Japan. The missiles were launched from a town in southeastern North Korea towards a northeasterly direction. The first missile flew 600km (370 miles) while the second one traveled 120km (75 miles), with reports suggesting it may have crashed inland in North Korea. These launches follow a recent multiwarhead missile test conducted by North Korea and ongoing tensions with the US and its allies. Pyongyang often sees military drills by the US and its allies as a threat and typically responds with provocative actions. Experts believe that North Korea's aggressive stance is aimed at projecting strength amidst joint defense exercises in the region. The recent missile launches coincide with a key ruling party meeting in North Korea to discuss issues related to its socialist agenda. The situation remains tense as North Korea's actions continue to escalate tensions in the region.
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