US Secretary of State visits South Korea, North Korea fires missiles

Anh Vũ |

North Korea fired a ballistic missile into the sea off its east coast on January 6, coinciding with a visit by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to South Korea.

The launch took place in the context of South Korea facing a serious political crisis, making the regional situation even more tense.

According to Reuters, the South Korean military confirmed the launch, while the Japanese coast guard also recorded an object believed to be a North Korean missile falling into the sea.

This is Pyongyang's first missile launch since November 5, 2024, when the country launched seven consecutive short-range ballistic missiles into the East Sea. This action is seen as part of North Korea's strategy to increase pressure on countries in the region as well as the international community.

On the same day, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Acting President of South Korea Choi Sang-mok in Seoul. During the meeting, Mr. Blinken emphasized Washington's strong commitment to defending South Korea against threats from North Korea.

He also called for increased diplomatic and security cooperation between the two countries to effectively deal with Pyongyang.

South Korea is in a state of political turmoil after President Yoon Suk-yeol was suspended from office after declaring martial law on December 3. Acting President Choi Sang-mok is running the government while waiting for further decisions on the country's leadership. Against this backdrop, North Korea's actions have further increased pressure on Seoul and its allies.

North Korea's missile launch is not only a show of military might but also a direct warning to international efforts to curb its weapons program.

International observers believe that North Korea may continue to conduct missile tests in the near future.

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