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North Korea has reportedly test fired two ballistic missiles across its east coast, just days after it tested new long-range cruise missiles.

• South Korean and US authorities are currently conducting detailed analysis for further information, South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) confirmed in a statement.

• Japan condemned the missile launch and highlighted that the move is detrimental to peace and stability in the region.

Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga was quoted by CNBC as saying: “It is in violation of UN Security Council resolution, and I strongly protest and condemn this.

• “We will work closely with the US, South Korea, and other concerned nations to resolutely protect the lives of our citizens and their peaceful lives.”

• Separately, the US armed forces’ Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) noted that the launch highlights the destabilizing impact of North Korea’s weapons program.

SOURCE: ARMYNEWS