WASHINGTON — The U.S. State Department issued a strong condemnation of North Korea's ballistic missile launches on Monday, asserting a steadfast commitment to the security of South Korea. The launches included two missiles, one of which reportedly failed, according to the South Korean military.
According to Yonhap News Agency, "The United States condemns the DPRK's June 30 ballistic missile launches," stated a spokesperson from the State Department, responding to inquiries from Yonhap News Agency. The launches are said to violate multiple U.N. Security Council resolutions and pose significant threats to regional and international stability. The U.S. official emphasized the ongoing violations by North Korea and the need for stringent international responses to its aggressive actions. Additionally, the launches coincided with recent criticisms from North Korea regarding a trilateral naval exercise between South Korea, the U.S., and Japan, which North Korea has vowed to counteract aggressively. This military collaboration occurred last week in international waters near Jeju Island, further escalating tensions in the region.