North Korea Fires Ballistic Missile Ahead of US-South Korea Military Drills
North Korea launched a ballistic missile into the sea, an action taken just ahead of major joint military exercises between the United States and South Korea. This missile launch is seen as a protest against the upcoming drills and a potential display of upgraded weapons capabilities.
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Why has North Korea fired a missile ahead of US-South Korea drills?
Pyongyang has repeatedly condemned US–South Korea military drills, claiming they are a 'rehearsal for invasion'.
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