North Korea Launches Multiple Ballistic Missiles into Sea
North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles from the Sinpo area on Sunday morning, according to South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff. The missiles landed off the eastern coast of North Korea, with no reported impact in Japan's territory. South Korea has increased surveillance and is coordinating with the US and Japan, while the South Korean National Security Council plans an emergency meeting. Japan's Defence Ministry protested the launches, citing threats to regional peace and violations of UN Security Council resolutions. The US Indo-Pacific Command stated there is no immediate threat to US personnel or allies. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has indicated plans for the 'limitless expansion' of nuclear forces amid rising tensions in the region.
Published 2 days ago • 19 Apr 2026, 07:45 AM IST