North Korea missile activity adheres to security drumbeat amid US-ROK drills

North Korea fired missiles on Tuesday in a move that signals continued activity in the region as Washington and Seoul conduct coordinated drills. The official release from Seoul’s Joint Chiefs of Staff did not disclose precise details about the weapon system or trajectory, but observers noted the timing closely followed the start of the allied exercises. The event underscored the delicate balance in the Korean peninsula security dynamic, where Pyongyang frequently responds to large-scale drills by showcasing its own military capabilities. Analysts in Seoul and Washington described the actions as a messaging effort aimed at the United States and its allies, a reminder of the fissile ambitions that remain a core element of Pyongyang’s strategic posture. (KCNA)