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South Korea’s military says North Korea fired projectile toward its eastern waters

South Korea’s military says North Korea fired projectile toward its eastern waters

Summary

South Korea’s military reported that North Korea fired at least one projectile toward the waters east of South Korea. The exact type of projectile has not been confirmed, and the firing happened amid increased tension after recent land mine explosions injured South Korean soldiers.

Key Facts

  • North Korea launched at least one projectile toward South Korea’s eastern waters.
  • South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff have not yet confirmed if the projectile was a ballistic missile or another weapon.
  • The missile test occurred during a time of rising tension between North and South Korea.
  • Last month, land mine explosions injured three South Korean soldiers.
  • South Korea and the U.S.-led U.N. Command blame North Korea for the land mine blasts.
  • The situation contributes to ongoing security concerns in the region.
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