On March 10, 2025, North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles into the West Sea, coinciding with the start of the annual South Korea-US military exercises named 'Freedom Shield.' Viewed by North Korea as provocations, these drills have led the North to intensify its missile activity, with this launch marking its fifth of the year. The North Korean Foreign Ministry warned these drills could incite 'physical conflict,' emphasizing Kim Jong Un's commitment to enhancing the country's nuclear capabilities. This military assertion follows an accidental attack by South Korean fighter jets on civilians, contributing to the heightened tensions.
North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles into the West Sea, marking its fifth missile launch this year, just as South Korea and the US started joint military exercises.
Pyongyang's Foreign Ministry cautioned that the ongoing 'Freedom Shield' drills could lead to 'physical conflict,' labeling them an 'aggressive and confrontational war rehearsal.'
Kim Yo Jong warned against 'provocations' following the US deployment of an aircraft carrier in South Korea, indicative of rising tensions on the peninsula.
The recent military exercise resumed after a pause due to an incident involving South Korean jets mistakenly bombing a civilian area, highlighting tensions.
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