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North Korea Launches Missiles Amid Russia-China Support

26 May 2026 15:56

North Korea conducted a weapons launch on Tuesday, firing a ballistic missile and other projectiles into the sea. This is its first such test in over a month.

- The missile flew about 80 km from Jongju. - Multiple rocket launch systems were also used.

- The launch follows a Russia-China summit opposing Western pressure on North Korea. South Korea's military is monitoring the situation and maintaining readiness with U.S.

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