#13: International Hard or Feature News

 

International Hard or Feature News

According to an article from ABC News, North Korea launched approximately 10 short-range ballistic missiles toward its eastern waters Thursday morning, with this information coming from South Korea's military. The missiles traveled approximately 155 miles from the coastal town of Wonsan. 

The launches come amid rising tensions between North and South Korea following border land mine explosions that injured three South Korean soldiers last month. South Korea accused the North of planting the mines, but North Korea denied responsibility.

Tensions have continued to increase as North Korea threatens to restart propaganda broadcasts and deploy additional weapons along the border. South Korea has proposed military talks to prevent accidental clashes, but North Korea has not responded. The missile launches also follow North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's recent visit to China, where he discussed strengthening cooperation with the country.