All articles tagged with #missile launch
Originally Published 15 days ago — by Reuters
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a successful long-range cruise missile test, emphasizing the country's military progress amid preparations for a key party congress in 2026, and reaffirming its focus on nuclear deterrence and military development.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by DW
North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles eastward, prompting a response from South Korea and Japan, amid ongoing tensions and upcoming international summits, with North Korea's missile tests continuing under Kim Jong Un's leadership.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Ynetnews
Missile launched from Yemen prompted sirens and an interception by Israeli defense systems, with no injuries reported, amid heightened tensions in the region.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
North Korea launched several short-range ballistic missiles just before the U.S. presidential election, following its recent test of an advanced ICBM. This move, seen as a response to joint military drills by the U.S., South Korea, and Japan, underscores Pyongyang's claim that its nuclear buildup is necessary due to perceived threats. Meanwhile, North Korea faces international pressure to withdraw troops allegedly sent to support Russia in Ukraine, a claim it denies. The U.S. has approved a $5 billion military aid package to South Korea to enhance its defense capabilities.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
North Korea launched several short-range ballistic missiles into the East Sea, prompting heightened surveillance from South Korea, Japan, and the U.S. The launches follow a trilateral military exercise by the U.S., South Korea, and Japan, which North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's sister, Kim Yo Jong, criticized as aggressive, justifying North Korea's nuclear strategy. The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command labeled the launches as destabilizing but not an immediate threat, while Japan confirmed the missiles fell outside its economic zone without causing damage.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
U.S. officials confirm that an Israeli missile has struck Iran in response to a recent retaliatory attack against Israel. The location and extent of the strike remain undisclosed, but reports indicate that Iranian air defense batteries fired across several provinces. The strike comes after Iran launched an unprecedented attack on Israel, involving drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles. The U.S. and other allies have urged Israel to exercise restraint, with President Biden emphasizing the implications of any retaliatory action on the region.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
Iran launched an unprecedented retaliatory attack on Israel with hundreds of missiles and drones, primarily from its own soil and Iran-backed groups in other countries, but virtually everything was intercepted by Israeli and U.S. air defenses. Only five out of 120 ballistic missiles fired at Israel made it through the defenses, hitting an air base and causing minimal damage, with a 7-year-old girl being the only known casualty. The attack was in response to an Israeli strike in Damascus, and also involved rockets fired from Lebanon and other launches from Yemen and Iraq.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by View from the Wing
Lufthansa cancels Tehran flights as Iran issues NOTAM suspending visual flight rules amidst concerns of potential missile launches, reportedly for testing purposes, prompting warnings to airlines. US urges regional foreign ministers to discourage attacks on Israel, speculating that any potential military action from Iran may be carried out by proxies or the Quds Force in Syria to avoid triggering direct retaliation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Al Jazeera English
North Korea has fired a suspected intermediate-range ballistic missile into the sea off its east coast, prompting condemnation from Japan and heightened monitoring from South Korea. The launch comes after a Russian veto ended UN expert monitoring of North Korean sanctions violations and ahead of South Korea's general elections. Despite international sanctions, Pyongyang continues to develop its military arsenal and has declared South Korea its "principal enemy," while the US and South Korea recently staged joint military exercises, further escalating tensions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Poland activated aircraft after a Russian cruise missile aimed at Ukraine violated its airspace, spending 39 seconds in Polish airspace near the village of Oserdow. This came after Ukraine reported Russian missile and drone attacks near the Polish border, with multiple explosions in Kyiv. Both Polish and allied aircraft have been activated, and the Polish military remains on constant alert to ensure the safety of its airspace.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
North Korea fired a missile into the Sea of Japan, following U.S.-South Korea military drills, with Japan and South Korea confirming the launches. Tensions remain high on the Korean Peninsula, with North Korea aiming to increase its leverage in future diplomacy with the U.S. by expanding its weapons arsenal.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
The U.S. and U.K. conducted a fourth round of joint airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, hitting 18 locations and involving a coalition of nations. Despite the strikes, the Houthis have continued launching missiles and drones at ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, prompting U.S. defense officials to take more than 30 self-defense strikes. The coalition remains committed to protecting freedom of navigation and international commerce, holding the Houthis accountable for their attacks on commercial shipping and naval vessels. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasized the need to defend lives and the free flow of commerce in critical waterways, while the Houthis have linked their attacks to the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
South Korea's military has reported that North Korea launched multiple cruise missiles into waters off its northeastern coast, marking the country's sixth missile-launch event this year. Tensions on the Korean Peninsula have escalated as North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has accelerated weapons demonstrations and issued provocative threats of nuclear conflict with South Korea and the United States. Both South Korea and U.S. intelligence agencies are conducting a detailed analysis of the recent missile launches.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Reuters
North Korea fired multiple cruise missiles off its east coast, marking its second such launch in less than a week, prompting heightened surveillance and vigilance from South Korean and U.S. intelligence authorities. The latest launches come amid escalating military tensions, with North Korea denouncing U.S. and South Korean military drills and vowing to be fully prepared for a "deadly war." The missile launches suggest North Korea's intent to continue or increase provocative steps, as it seeks to bolster its military capabilities and strategic alliances with Russia, China, and now China.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo News
North Korea fired multiple cruise missiles off its east coast, marking its second such launch in less than a week. The missiles, launched at around 8 a.m., are being analyzed by South Korean and U.S. intelligence authorities. While officials in Washington and Seoul have not detected signs of imminent military action, North Korea's recent provocative steps, including the testing of a new strategic cruise missile, indicate heightened confrontation with the United States and its allies. This comes amid denunciations of U.S. and South Korean military drills and a pledge to boost tactical cooperation with China following a recent visit by a Chinese delegation to Pyongyang.