Japanese government sources cited by Kyodo News reported that North Korea may launch multiple ballistic missiles in the coming period. The message pointed to ongoing activity and did not rule out further tests, highlighting a pattern of missile-related moves from Pyongyang that has drawn international attention and concern from allies in the region.
Earlier, the office of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida posted a notice on X (formerly Twitter) indicating that North Korea had possibly prepared for the launch of a ballistic weapon. The post reflected Japan’s caution and readiness to respond to any development, emphasizing the importance of monitoring the situation as it unfolds.
On July 22, Yonhap News Agency, quoting South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff, reported that North Korea had carried out the launch of several cruise missiles aimed toward the Yellow Sea. The event added to a string of demonstrations by Pyongyang that regional security officials described as provocative and aimed at signaling capabilities amid ongoing tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
During a United Nations Security Council meeting on July 14, North Korea’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Kim Son, asserted that the United States is seeking to deploy nuclear weapons on the peninsula by sending a nuclear submarine to South Korea. He framed the move as provocative espionage, calling for a measured international response while urging dialogue and restraint from all sides to avoid escalation.
In related remarks, President Vladimir Putin discussed the future of the Russian armed forces, outlining plans and priorities for modernization and strategic posture. The statements touched on organizational shifts and long term commitments, reflecting broader geopolitical discussions about regional security and defense readiness among major powers.