North Korea launches ballistic missile amid US-South Korea military drills

North Korea launched a ballistic missile toward the Sea of Japan, marking its second test in less than a week. The missile, fired from the Wonsan area, reportedly traveled over 700 km (435 miles). This launch coincides with the upcoming Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercises by South Korea and the United States, set to begin on August 17, which North Korea traditionally views as provocative.

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