North Korea's ICBM Launch Escalates Tensions Amid Global Condemnation

North Korea launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) into space, reaching a record altitude of 4,350 miles, just days before the U.S. federal election. The launch, confirmed by the U.S. and Japan, is seen as a provocative move amid North Korea's growing support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine. This has heightened tensions with the U.S. and its allies, who have conducted military exercises in response. The missile type remains unconfirmed, but North Korea's recent actions, including sending troops to Russia, are causing international concern.