In a dramatic show of military force, North Korea has launched more than 10 missiles towards the northwest region of the Korean Peninsula. The launches came amid rising global tensions due to the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, raising fresh concerns over regional stability and nuclear threats.
According to a report by Reuters, the missiles were fired from the Sunan area near the capital Pyongyang early Thursday morning, June 19. South Korea's military confirmed the missile activity but did not provide further details on the type or trajectory of the projectiles.
The missiles are believed to be short-range ballistic missiles (SRBMs) fired from multiple launch systems—classified by South Korea as weapons that violate United Nations Security Council resolutions. Under current international sanctions, North Korea is prohibited from conducting any ballistic missile tests. However, Pyongyang has consistently ignored these restrictions, continuing to develop and test advanced weaponry.
Adding to the tension, North Korea has publicly condemned Israel’s recent military strikes against Iran, calling them a "crime against humanity." In a rare statement via state-run media KCNA, the regime warned that the Israeli aggression risks sparking a full-scale war across the Middle East.
The timing of North Korea’s missile launches—coinciding with the height of Middle Eastern hostilities—suggests a strategic message to the West. Global analysts now fear a multi-front crisis may be brewing, with North Korea signaling its readiness to defy international norms amidst global distractions.
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