North Korea fires missiles after arrival of second US submarine in South Korea
- North Korea fired ballistic missiles into the sea off its east coast following the arrival of a second US submarine in South Korea.
- The US has deployed nuclear-powered submarines USS Annapolis and USS Kentucky to South Korea as a show of force against North Korea.
- North Korea views the US submarine presence as provocative and has responded with missile tests and threats of using nuclear weapons.
- An American soldier recently crossed into North Korea but Pyongyang has remained silent about his status.
- The US and allies condemn North Korea's latest missile tests and urge diplomacy to reduce tensions on the Korean Peninsula.