The JCS said the missiles were launched around 8 a.m. Sunday and are being analyzed by South Korean and U.S. intelligence agencies, but did not specify how many missiles were fired or how far they traveled.
"While increasing surveillance and vigilance, our military is working closely with the U.S. to monitor for additional signs and activities from North Korea," the South Korean military said in a statement.
A North Korean flag flies in the village of Gijungdong in North Korea. Photo: REUTERS
The latest launch comes days after North Korea launched a new strategic cruise missile called "Pulhwasal-3-31," which is capable of carrying a nuclear warhead.
Earlier on Sunday, North Korean state media outlet KCNA denounced a series of military exercises conducted in recent weeks by the U.S. and South Korean militaries, warning of "merciless" consequences.
North Korea conducted its first test of a nuclear-capable cruise missile in September 2021.
South Korean Defense Minister Shin Won-sik condemned the recent launches as a serious threat to South Korea and beyond.
Mai Anh (according to Reuters)
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