North Korea fired a ballistic missile towards waters off its east coast on Saturday, according to South Korea and Japan. Pyongyang's Kim Yo Jong said the country had tested an intermediate-range strategic missile.
Live updates
Loading updates…
Key facts
- North Korea fired a ballistic missile towards the sea off its east coast on Saturday, according to South Korea and Japan.
- The launch was reported by both South Korea and Japan.
- Kim Yo Jong, sister of leader Kim Jong Un, said the country tested an intermediate-range strategic missile.
- According to Sky News, the launch came after Seoul demanded an apology over border mine blasts.
North Korea fired a ballistic missile towards the sea off its east coast on Saturday, according to South Korea and Japan.
Kim Yo Jong, the powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, said that her country had tested an intermediate-range strategic missile.
According to Sky News, the launch came after Seoul demanded an apology over border mine blasts.
Why it matters
Missile launches by North Korea raise tensions on the Korean Peninsula and prompt close monitoring by neighbouring countries.
Frequently asked questions
What did North Korea launch?
According to South Korea and Japan, North Korea fired a ballistic missile towards the sea off its east coast. Kim Yo Jong said the country had tested an intermediate-range strategic missile.
Who reported the launch?
The launch was reported by South Korea and Japan, with coverage by Sky News.
Who is Kim Yo Jong?
Kim Yo Jong is the powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. She said her country tested an intermediate-range strategic missile.
Timeline
- North Korea 'fires ballistic missile' after Seoul demands apology
Sky News: North Korea fired a ballistic missile towards the sea off its east coast on Saturday, South Korea and Japan have said.
- North Korea fires ballistic missile after Seoul demands apology
Sky News: North Korea's Kim Yo Jong, the powerful sister of leader Kim Jong Un, has said that her country tested an intermediate-range strategic missile.