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North Korea Launches Missiles Amid U.S.-South Korea Drills

3/20/2026

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North Korea launched about 10 ballistic missiles on March 14, coinciding with U.S.-South Korea military exercises.
The missiles traveled about 350 kilometers before landing in the sea.
Kim Jong Un, the North Korean leader, stated the launches were self-defense and warned that provocation could trigger a destructive response.
U.S. officials in Seoul discussed potential talks with North Korea.
South Korea condemned the missile tests as violations of UN resolutions.

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North Korea launched about 10 ballistic missiles on March 14, coinciding with U.S.-South Korea military exercises.
The missiles traveled about 350 kilometers before landing in the sea.
Kim Jong Un, the North Korean leader, stated the launches were self-defense and warned that provocation could trigger a destructive response.
U.S. officials in Seoul discussed potential talks with North Korea.
South Korea condemned the missile tests as violations of UN resolutions.