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“North Korea Launches Cruise Missiles Targeting the Yellow Sea”-

On Wednesday, North Korea escalated tensions by launching multiple cruise missiles toward the Yellow Sea, according to Seoul’s military.

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This provocative move is part of a series of aggressive actions undertaken by the nuclear-armed nation. Notably, Pyongyang has intensified its weapons testing in the new year, conducting trials of an “underwater nuclear weapon system” and a solid-fuelled hypersonic ballistic missile.

The South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff issued a statement confirming the launch, revealing that several cruise missiles were detected around 7:00 am.

Principal’ enemy –

Last week, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un declared the South his country’s “principal enemy”, jettisoned agencies dedicated to reunification and outreach and threatened war over “even 0.001 mm” of territorial infringement.

South Korean and US intelligence authorities are meticulously analyzing the detailed specifications of these missiles. It’s worth noting that, unlike ballistic missiles, cruise missiles are not prohibited under current UN sanctions against North Korea.

Cruise missiles, propelled by jet engines, operate at lower altitudes compared to sophisticated ballistic missiles. This characteristic makes them more challenging to detect and intercept, posing an added layer of complexity to regional security dynamics.

This recent missile launch coincides with South Korea’s ongoing 10-day special forces infiltration drill along its east coast. The drill, conducted in response to what the South describes as “serious security situations” with the North, is set to conclude on Thursday, as indicated by the South Korean navy.

The commander of the exercise emphasized the mission’s determination, stating, “We will achieve our mission to infiltrate deep into the enemy’s territory and neutralize them completely under any circumstances.”

As regional tensions escalate, the international community closely monitors the developments on the Korean Peninsula, emphasizing the importance of diplomatic efforts to address and defuse the situation.