South Korea announced on Monday that it detected the launch of several ballistic missiles from North Korea towards the Sea of Japan.
The South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a statement, "Our military observed at approximately 09:20 (00:20 GMT) the launch of several ballistic missiles from the Pyongyang region towards the East Sea," referring to the Sea of Japan. It added, "Our military has strengthened surveillance and vigilance in anticipation of any possible additional launches."
