North Korea launched a ballistic missile that traveled 1,100 kilometers before landing in waters between the Korean Peninsula and Japan, according to South Korea's military. The missile, fired from near Pyongyang, was detected in advance by U.S. and South Korean forces. The South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff condemned the launch as a provocation that threatens peace in the region.
Japan's Defense Ministry reported that the missile landed outside its exclusive economic zone without causing damage. Japanese Prime Minister expressed concerns over North Korea's advancing missile capabilities, citing previous nuclear-capable tests.
