South Korea’s presidential office condemned North Korea’s launching of more than 10 short-range ballistic missiles on Thursday, and it ordered the military to stay at full readiness amid ongoing joint exercises with the United States. The launches occurred hours after former President Donald Trump spoke of re-engagement with Pyongyang.
The report notes that the missiles were fired toward the sea, with officials describing the action as a show of force during a period of heightened tensions surrounding the allied drills. The presidential office emphasized the need for a strong defensive posture and vigilance as the exercises proceed.
Details on the number and range of the missiles indicate a significant volley, though the exact specifications beyond “short-range ballistic missiles” are not provided in the available summary. The joint U.S.-South Korea exercises are described as ongoing, with the allies maintaining full military readiness in response to the North Korean launches.
Observers and officials are closely watching how Pyongyang will respond to the combined drills and the international diplomatic signals surrounding re-engagement discussions referenced in relation to Trump’s comments. The situation underscores a volatile security environment on the Korean Peninsula, where missile tests frequently influence regional and international dynamics.