North Korea conducted a ballistic missile launch toward the sea following a major trilateral military exercise by the U.S., South Korea, and Japan aimed at countering its nuclear threats. The missiles were fired from the eastern coastal region, prompting South Korea’s military to track the activity closely. The move comes amid heightened tensions as regional powers respond to Pyongyang’s advancing weapons programs. Analysts are assessing whether this latest test signals further escalation or a calculated provocation.


North Korea launched ballistic missiles toward the sea Saturday, a day after the U.S., South Korea and Japan completed a trilateral military drill in response to North Korean nuclear threats. The missiles were launched from the Wonsan area on North Korea’s eastern coast, according to South Korea’s military. Seoul said it was closely monitoring its...