North Korea launches ballistic missile amid US-South Korea talks

North Korea launched at least one ballistic missile into the East Sea on Monday, January 6, 2025, according to South Korea's military. This continues North Korea's increased weapons testing.

The South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff confirmed the launch but did not immediately provide details about the number of missiles or their flight distance.

This launch occurred during US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to Seoul. He is meeting with South Korean officials to discuss the North Korean nuclear threat and other topics.