South Korean military officials reported Sunday that North Korea launched a ballistic missile in an eastward direction, according to the Yonhap News Agency.
The missile launch represents the first such test conducted by North Korea since April 8, adding to a string of similar weapons tests that have occurred throughout this year.
South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff provided the information about the launch to Yonhap News Agency. When contacted for additional details, South Korea’s Defense Ministry had not yet provided a response to requests for comment.
