North Korea fires missile after Seoul's demands
North Korea launched a ballistic missile from Wonsan area toward the East Sea, days after South Korea demanded an apology for a landmine explosion that injured three soldiers from Seoul in the demilitarized zone. Pyongyang denied responsibility for the explosion. South Korea's military indicated that the missile traveled over 700 kilometers. Analysts confirmed that the missile launch was a show of force in response to recent attempts at de-escalation, and it reflects an escalation of tensions between the two Koreas. There have been warnings from Pyongyang that it is prepared for any retaliation from Seoul amidst ongoing border issues and the open conflict between the two sides.
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