North Korea launched approximately 10 short-range ballistic missiles into eastern waters following the scaling back of US-South Korean military drills. The move follows warnings from Pyongyang to respond to the exercises with a new level of deterrence.
The UAE Ministry of Defence reported that Iran launched two ballistic missiles toward its territory on Tuesday. Neither missile hit land, with one falling outside territorial waters and the second within them. Authorities issued a brief safety alert to residents.
The US and allied governments urged countries to provide advance warnings for ballistic missile and space launches, targeting recent Pacific testing. China rejected the statement as political manipulation.
The U.S. military acknowledged a North Korean short-range ballistic missile launch toward the East Sea, reaffirming its defense commitment to regional allies while stating it poses no immediate threat.
Taiwan's giant radar at Leshan Radar Station, purchased from the US, monitors missile trajectories up to 5,000km away. It covers mainland China, the South China Sea, and the Korean peninsula, with upgrades for detecting low-altitude missiles.
China's recent submarine-launched ballistic missile test in the Pacific, demonstrating its sea-based nuclear capability, is expected to prompt regional nations to strengthen defense alliances and cooperation to counter Beijing's growing military power.
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- North Korea has tested cluster bombs in its latest l...
