On Thursday morning, North Korea fired more than 10 rockets from Sunan, an area near its capital city, Pyongyang. According to South Korea’s military, the rockets were launched in a north-west direction.
Officials did not give more information right away. However, South Korea usually classifies these types of weapons as short-range ballistic missiles.
North Korea is not allowed to use ballistic missiles under United Nations Security Council rules. These rules were made to stop the country from developing dangerous weapons.
This missile launch adds to growing concerns about military tensions in the region. South Korea and its allies are closely watching the situation for any more threats.
More updates will follow as new details become available.
Key Points
Over 10 rockets were fired by North Korea.
Launch happened from Sunan, near Pyongyang.
Missiles went in a north-west direction.
Likely short-range ballistic missiles.
Such launches are banned by the UN Security Council.
