North Korea launches ballistic missile after Seoul demands apology over wounded soldiers
Summary
North Korea fired a ballistic missile into the sea after South Korea accused it of laying mines that injured South Korean soldiers. The missile launch followed strong words from Kim Yo-jong, North Korea’s leader Kim Jong-un’s sister, who rejected South Korea’s demands and warned of readiness for any actions.Key Facts
- North Korea launched a ballistic missile from Wonsan towards the East Sea, flying over 700 km.
- South Korea and Japan detected the launch and are analyzing its details.
- South Korea’s soldiers were wounded by mines planted by North Korea in the demilitarized zone between the two countries.
- Kim Yo-jong called South Korea’s demand for an apology “despicable” and dismissed a peace call from South Korea’s president.
- South Korea increased monitoring of missile activity and held an emergency meeting to assess the situation.
- North Korea has conducted over 10 missile tests this year, often reacting to joint military drills by South Korea and the United States.
- North Korea no longer seeks unification with South Korea and views it as its “primary foe.”
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