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North Korea Conducts Missile Test Amidst Diplomatic Tensions

North Korea's missile launch during Secretary of State Blinken's visit to Seoul highlights rising tensions and challenges in diplomatic efforts.

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Updated: Jan 6th, 2025, 3:27 PM ET

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On January 6, North Korea test-fired a ballistic missile into the sea, coinciding with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to Seoul. Blinken condemned the launch as a violation of U.N. resolutions, emphasizing regional security against North Korea's nuclear threats and its cooperation with Russia. The missile, fired from Pyongyang, traveled 685 miles before landing in the ocean. No damage was reported. This event occurred amidst political instability in South Korea following President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment, raising concerns about U.S.-Korean relations. North Korean media has yet to comment on the incident.

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