politics
March 15, 2026
North Korea Fires 10 Ballistic Missiles, Flexing During US Regional Drills
Japan's Defense Ministry indicated the warheads landed in waters outside the country's exclusive economic zone
TL;DR
- North Korea fired about 10 ballistic missiles toward the eastern sea.
- The launches occurred during joint military exercises between South Korea and the United States.
- The warheads landed in waters outside Japan's exclusive economic zone.
- Japan has convened an emergency response team to gather information and assess damage.
- South Korea has increased surveillance and military readiness.
- North Korea claims the drills are rehearsals for invasion.
- Some US anti-air defense systems stationed in South Korea are being transferred to the Middle East.