North Korea Fires Ballistic Missile Amid Rising Tensions

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North Korea has launched a ballistic missile towards the sea off the east coast of the Korean Peninsula, confirmed by both South Korea and Japan. This follows North Korea's recent test of a new solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) and occurs amid rising tensions with the West, coinciding with the US presidential election. South Korean officials have warned of increased military displays by North Korea, which may include a potential seventh nuclear test.
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