North Korea fires ballistic missiles as US-South Korea drills near end
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Who
What
- South Korea convened emergency security meeting after North Korea fired missiles toward the eastern sea.
- South Korea says launches include more than 10 short-range ballistic missiles, potentially KN-25 system.
- Pyongyang fissures come during shortened Ulchi Freedom Shield drills between Seoul and Washington.
- North Korea claims 600 mm missiles could deliver tactical nuclear warheads; Seoul cites 80-120 warheads.
- Trump scaled back exercises, sought diplomacy with Kim Jong Un amid tensions and regional alarm.
Where
🇶🇦 Qatar (outlet HQ)
topics: Politics · language: eng
topics: Politics · language: eng
When
published 20 Aug, 17:00Z
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