North Korea fires about 10 ballistic missiles amid US–South Korea drills: What we know so far

North Korea ballastic missiles: Tensions flared in East Asia Saturday as North Korea fired a projectile towards the sea. Japan and South Korea suspect it was a ballistic missile. This launch follows the commencement of joint military drills between the US and South Korea. No damage has been reported. Diplomatic efforts to resume dialogue with North Korea are also ongoing.