North Korea fires 2 ballistic missiles into sea near Japan

Mar 26 (CNA) - The United States is under pressure to act as it enters the final stages of a review of North Korea's nuclear programme.

Days after testing short-range weapons, Pyongyang has now fired two ballistic missiles into the sea near Japan. Tokyo has condemned the move, warning that it threatens peace and safety in the region.


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