North Korea Tests New Missiles, Warns U.S. and South Korea Over Military Drills

Pyongyang's sixth weapons test of the year coincides with the conclusion of U.S.-South Korea Freedom Shield exercises, escalating regional tensions.

North Korea conducted its sixth weapons test of 2025, launching new anti-aircraft missiles under Kim Jong Un's supervision.
The missile test coincided with the end of the 11-day U.S.-South Korea Freedom Shield military drills, which North Korea views as a threat to its sovereignty.
North Korea's Defense Ministry accused the drills of simulating attacks on its underground nuclear facilities and issued warnings of 'grave consequences' for future exercises.
South Korea's Unification Ministry cautioned North Korea against using the joint drills as justification for further provocations.
Kim Jong Un continues to strengthen ties with Russia, with Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu arriving in Pyongyang for discussions.