North Korea's Ballistic Boldness: Unveiling Pyongyang's Missile Ambitions

North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles towards the sea, identified as short-range projectiles, as the U.S. and South Korea discuss defense strategies. The missiles were launched from near Pyongyang, flying 350 kilometers eastward. Interest in these missiles rises as North Korea supplies them to Russia for the Ukraine conflict.

In a bold military move, North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles towards the sea on Tuesday, believed to be short-range projectiles. The launch coincides with ongoing discussions between Washington and Seoul on transforming their defense strategies against Pyongyang's increasing threats.

South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff reported that the missiles were fired from an area near the capital, Pyongyang, at approximately 3:50 p.m. local time. The projectiles traveled 350 kilometers toward the sea off North Korea's east coast. Japan's coast guard also detected what appeared to be ballistic missiles, but assured Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi that there was no impact on Japan.

Amid rising global concern, North Korea's missile actions, including the supply of munitions to Russia for the Ukraine conflict, underscore its tactical nuclear ambitions. The launch coincided with a senior U.S. Defense Department official's visit to South Korea, aiming to modernize bilateral military alliances and potentially redefine the defense posture in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)