North Korea on April 19 fired ballistic missiles that landed in waters off its east coast, according to South Korea’s Yonhap News Agency.
North Korea has conducted multiple short-range ballistic missile tests in 2026, including back-to-back launches of ballistic missiles on April 8. The April 19 action was North Korea’s fourth missile launch this month and the seventh in 2026.
The missile launches occurred just days after Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, met with South Korean officials.
Grossi said on X that his agency has “deep concerns” about North Korea’s nuclear program following a meeting with South Korea’s foreign minister, emphasizing the agency’s role in monitoring and verifying compliance with international nuclear rules. He also stressed the need for renewed diplomatic efforts in line with U.N. Security Council resolutions….
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