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North Korea launched close-range ballistic missiles toward the sea amid ongoing geopolitical tensions involving South Korea and US diplomacy.

200 reports, 5 independent Updated Oct 12
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North Korea launched close-range ballistic missiles toward the sea amid ongoing geopolitical tensions involving South Korea and US diplomacy.

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  1. Lee Jae Myung observed a defense test launch by the Agency as North Korea launched missiles.1 source
  2. North Korea launched missiles into the Sea of Japan, violating UN Security Council resolutions.Sub-event
  3. North Korea fired short-range ballistic missiles on January 1, 2026, while maintaining a strong combined defense posture.Sub-event
  4. North Korea fired ballistic missiles towards the sea on September 1, 2026.Sub-event
  5. North Korea launched close-range ballistic missiles toward the sea.1 source
  6. NK missile launches occur after talks collapse, escalating tensions involving SK and US figures.1 source

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