North Korea tests missiles in Japan Sea

North Korea announced on Thursday that it had conducted tests of two types of missiles into the Japan Sea, a body of water between the Korean Peninsula and Japan.

Details of the missile types

The country specified that the tests involved a short-range ballistic missile and a cruise missile, both of which are capable of carrying conventional warheads.

Reaction from regional allies

Japan and South Korea quickly responded, with both nations expressing concern and calling for increased vigilance. Japan’s defense ministry stated it was monitoring the situation closely.

International community’s response

The United Nations Security Council has previously condemned North Korea’s missile activities, and this test is likely to draw further criticism from global powers.