North Korea fired two more ballistic missiles from near Pyongyang toward the Sea of Japan. This after a US aircraft carrier was redeployed to the waters.

North Korea fires two ballistic missiles again as US carrier redeployed

North Korea has fired a missile over Japan, in what appears to be a deliberate escalation to get the attention of both Japan and the U.S.

North Korea fires a missile over Japan in a deliberate escalation?

North Korea fired an intermediate-range ballistic missile over Japan, escalating tests of weapons designed to strike key targets in regional US allies.

North Korea fires intermediate-range ballistic missile over Japan

North Korea sends missile soaring over Japan in escalation

Just days after a nuclear-powered US aircraft carrier arrived at a South Korea port ahead of joint military training, North Korea launched an unidentified ballistic missile into the East Sea on Sunday, according to the South Korean military.&nbsp; 
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The Joint Chiefs of Staff in Seoul stated early on Sunday that "North Korea fired an unidentified ballistic missile" without providing any other information.&nbsp; 
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The launch, which is a part of the North's record-breaking barrage of weapons tests this year, came after rumours suggested Pyongyang might be getting ready to launch a ballistic missile from a submarine.&nbsp; 
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Citing information from Tokyo's defence ministry, the Japanese coast guard also confirmed the possibility of a ballistic missile launch and alerted ships to the situation. 
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The coast guard advised ships to keep an eye out for any fresh information and to report any alien objects rather than approaching them.&nbsp; 
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The item looked to have fallen outside of Japan's exclusive economic zone, according to official broadcaster NHK in Japan.&nbsp; 
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In line with Seoul and Washington's efforts to increase the number of US strategic assets operating in the region, the nuclear-powered USS Ronald Reagan and ships from its strike group berthed in the southern port city of Busan on Friday.&nbsp; 
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After years of unsuccessful negotiation with North Korea under his predecessor, South Korea's hawkish President Yoon Suk-yeol, who took office in May, has vowed to increase joint military drills with the United States. 
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This month, the USS Reagan will take part in joint exercises off the east coast of South Korea.&nbsp; 
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About 28,500 US troops are stationed in South Korea as Washington, Seoul's main security ally, guards the country from the North.&nbsp; 
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The two nations have long engaged in cooperative drills, which they maintain are only defensive in nature but which North Korea interprets as invasion drills.&nbsp; 
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For months, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been the subject of warnings from South Korean and US officials. 
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Just days after a nuclear-powered US aircraft carrier arrived at a South Korea port ahead of joint military training, North Korea launched an unidentified ballistic missile into the East Sea on Sunday, according to the South Korean military.

Just days after a nuclear-powered US aircraft carrier arrived at a South Korea port ahead of joint military training, North Korea launched an unidentified ballistic missile into the East Sea on Sunday, according to the South Korean military. The Joint Chiefs of Staff in Seoul stated early on Sunday that "North Korea fired an unidentified ballistic missile" without providing any other information. The launch, which is a part of the North's record-breaking barrage of weapons tests this year, came after rumours suggested Pyongyang might be getting ready to launch a ballistic missile from a submarine. Citing information from Tokyo's defence ministry, the Japanese coast guard also confirmed the possibility of a ballistic missile launch and alerted ships to the situation. The coast guard advised ships to keep an eye out for any fresh information and to report any alien objects rather than approaching them. The item looked to have fallen outside of Japan's exclusive economic zone, according to official broadcaster NHK in Japan. In line with Seoul and Washington's efforts to increase the number of US strategic assets operating in the region, the nuclear-powered USS Ronald Reagan and ships from its strike group berthed in the southern port city of Busan on Friday. After years of unsuccessful negotiation with North Korea under his predecessor, South Korea's hawkish President Yoon Suk-yeol, who took office in May, has vowed to increase joint military drills with the United States. This month, the USS Reagan will take part in joint exercises off the east coast of South Korea. About 28,500 US troops are stationed in South Korea as Washington, Seoul's main security ally, guards the country from the North. The two nations have long engaged in cooperative drills, which they maintain are only defensive in nature but which North Korea interprets as invasion drills. For months, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been the subject of warnings from South Korean and US officials. (with inputs from agencies)

North Korea fires 'unidentified' ballistic missile: South Korea's military

India held three Air Force officers responsible for accidentally firing a BrahMos missile into Pakistan in March. Pakistan has called the findings 'inadequate' and is demanding a joint probe. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: India fires 3 officers for misfiring missile into Pakistan

According to reports, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Xinjiang Military Command of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/authorities-crack-down-on-football-clubs-in-china-after-suspicions-of-match-fixing-loom-heavy-508404">China</a> tested a surface-to-air missile in a high-altitude location of Xinjiang that brought down a targeted&nbsp;aircraft.

The South China Morning Post (SCMP), based in Hong Kong, stated that on August 15, India's Independence Day, CCTV, the national broadcaster of China, performed live-fire drills with a "new type of surface-to-air missile" at a height of more than 4,500 metres (14,760 feet).

“Military observers said that from the footage, the weapons appeared to be HQ-17A air defence missiles, part of an integrated system that can fit in a single vehicle, and regarded as very mobile and accurate,” the SCMP report said.

According to the SCMP<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-reports-highest-covid-19-cases-in-three-months-driven-by-omicron-variant-508277"> report</a>, which cited an unnamed military observer, the test served as a deterrent in the "countdown to the India-US drills along India's disputed border with<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-introduces-new-policies-as-birth-rate-continues-to-fall-508262"> China</a>."

“The missile hit a target plane flying at a low altitude on its first attempt. Operators of the system took evasive action and hit a target in a second round of strikes despite strong electromagnetic interference from the aircraft,” the report added.

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The ongoing military tension between India and China in the eastern Ladakh region serves as the backdrop for the missile exercise.

Thousands of soldiers are stationed on either side of the Line of Actual Control (LAC) that separates India and China, despite diplomatic and military negotiations that have failed to fully secure the withdrawal of all troops from flashpoints.

A new version of the HQ-17A short-range air defence missile, which is a component of a system that the Xinjiang command commissioned in May last year, was used in the drills, according to Yue Gang, a retired PLA colonel, who spoke to SCMP.

During the military parade in Beijing honouring National Day on October 1, the HQ-17A made its first public debut of 2019.

(With inputs from agencies)

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According to reports, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Xinjiang Military Command of China tested a surface-to-air missile in a high-altitude location of Xinjiang that brought down a targeted aircraft.

According to reports, the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Xinjiang Military Command of China tested a surface-to-air missile in a high-altitude location of Xinjiang that brought down a targeted aircraft. The South China Morning Post (SCMP), based in Hong Kong, stated that on August 15, India's Independence Day, CCTV, the national broadcaster of China, performed live-fire drills with a "new type of surface-to-air missile" at a height of more than 4,500 metres (14,760 feet). “Military observers said that from the footage, the weapons appeared to be HQ-17A air defence missiles, part of an integrated system that can fit in a single vehicle, and regarded as very mobile and accurate,” the SCMP report said. According to the SCMP report, which cited an unnamed military observer, the test served as a deterrent in the "countdown to the India-US drills along India's disputed border with China." “The missile hit a target plane flying at a low altitude on its first attempt. Operators of the system took evasive action and hit a target in a second round of strikes despite strong electromagnetic interference from the aircraft,” the report added. Also read | Detained Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong charged under controversial national security law pleads guilty The ongoing military tension between India and China in the eastern Ladakh region serves as the backdrop for the missile exercise. Thousands of soldiers are stationed on either side of the Line of Actual Control (LAC) that separates India and China, despite diplomatic and military negotiations that have failed to fully secure the withdrawal of all troops from flashpoints. A new version of the HQ-17A short-range air defence missile, which is a component of a system that the Xinjiang command commissioned in May last year, was used in the drills, according to Yue Gang, a retired PLA colonel, who spoke to SCMP. During the military parade in Beijing honouring National Day on October 1, the HQ-17A made its first public debut of 2019. (With inputs from agencies) Also watch | Chinese ships cross Taiwan's median line, 51 warplanes, 6 warships spotted in Taiwan strait

Report: China test-fires missile in Xinjiang, brings down plane in drill

The Biden administration is investigating Chinese telecoms equipment maker Huawei over concerns that US&nbsp;cell towers fitted with its gear could capture sensitive information from military bases and missile silos that the company could then transmit to China, two people familiar with the matter said.

Authorities are concerned Huawei could obtain sensitive data on military drills and the readiness status of bases and personnel via the equipment, one of the people said, requesting anonymity because the investigation is confidential and involves national security.

The previously unreported probe was opened by the Commerce Department shortly after Joe Biden took office early last year, the sources said, following the implementation of rules to flesh out a May 2019 executive order that gave the agency the investigative authority.

The agency subpoenaed Huawei in April 2021 to learn the company's policy on sharing data with foreign parties that its equipment could capture from cell phones, including messages and geolocational data, according to the 10-page document seen by Reuters.

The Commerce Department said it could not "confirm or deny ongoing investigations." It added that: "protecting US&nbsp;persons' safety and security against malign information collection is vital to protecting our economy and national security."

Huawei did not respond to a request for comment. The company has strongly denied US&nbsp;government allegations that it could spy on US&nbsp;customers and poses a national security threat.

The Chinese embassy in Washington did not respond to the specific allegations. In an emailed statement, it said: "The US&nbsp;government abuses the concept of national security and state power to go all out to suppress Huawei and other Chinese telecommunications companies without providing any solid proof that they constitute a security threat to the US&nbsp;and other countries."

Reuters could not determine what actions the agency might take against Huawei.

Eight current and former US&nbsp;government officials said the probe reflects lingering national security concerns about the company, which was already hit with a slew of US&nbsp;restrictions in recent years.

For a timeline on the US&nbsp;government’s trade restrictions on Huawei please click.

If the Commerce Department determines Huawei poses a national security threat, it could go beyond existing restrictions imposed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the U.S. telecoms regulator.

Using broad new powers created by the Trump administration, the agency could ban all US&nbsp;transactions with Huawei, demanding U.S. telecoms carriers that still rely on its gear quickly remove it, or face fines or other penalties, a number of lawyers, academics and former officials interviewed by Reuters said.

The FCC declined to comment.

US-CHINA TECH WAR

Huawei has long been dogged by US&nbsp;government allegations it could spy on US&nbsp;customers, though authorities in Washington have made little evidence public. The company denies the allegations.

"If Chinese companies like Huawei are given unfettered access to our telecommunications infrastructure, they could collect any of your information that traverses their devices or networks," FBI Director Christopher Wray warned in a speech in 2020. "Worse still: They'd have no choice but to hand it over to the Chinese government, if asked."

Reuters could not determine if Huawei's equipment is capable of collecting that sort of sensitive information and providing it to China.

"If you can stick a receiver on a (cellphone) tower, you can collect signals and that means you can get intelligence. No intelligence agency would pass an opportunity like that," said Jim Lewis, a technology and cybersecurity expert at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), a Washington DC-based think tank.

One move to address the perceived threat was a 2019 law and related rules forbidding US&nbsp;companies from using federal subsidies to buy telecoms equipment from Huawei. It also tasked the FCC with compelling US&nbsp;carriers that receive federal subsidies to purge their networks of Huawei equipment, in return for reimbursement.

But the so-called "rip and replace" deadline to remove and destroy Huawei equipment completely will not kick in until mid-2023 at the earliest, with additional opportunities for companies to seek extensions. And reimbursements will only reach 40% of the total requested for now.

TOWERS NEAR MISSILE SILOS

Cell towers equipped with Huawei gear that are close to sensitive military and intelligence sites have become a particular concern for US&nbsp;authorities, according to the two sources and an FCC commissioner.

Brendan Carr, one of the FCC's five commissioners, said that cellphone towers around Montana's Malmstrom Air Force Base - one of three that oversee missile fields in the United States - ran on Huawei technology.

In an interview this week, he told Reuters there was a risk that data from smartphones obtained by Huawei could reveal troop movements near the sites: "There’s a very real concern that some of that technology could be used as an early warning system if there happened to be, God forbid, an ICBM missile strike."

Reuters was unable to determine the exact location or scope of Huawei equipment operating near military facilities. Individuals interviewed by Reuters pointed to at least two other likely cases in Nebraska and Wyoming.

Crystal Rhoades, a commissioner at Nebraska's telecoms regulator, has flagged to media the risk posed by the proximity of cell towers owned by Viaero to intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) silos in the western part of the state.

ICBMs carry nuclear warheads to targets thousands of miles away and are stored in underground silos near military bases. The Nebraska cell towers are near a missile field overseen by FE&nbsp;Warren Air Force Base in neighboring Wyoming.

Viaero provides mobile telephone and wireless broadband services to about 110,000 customers in the region. It said in a 2018 filing to the FCC opposing the commission's efforts at curbing Huawei's expansion that approximately 80% of its equipment was manufactured by the Chinese firm.

That gear could potentially enable Huawei to glean sensitive information about the sites, Rhoades told Reuters in June.

"An enemy state could potentially see when things are online, when things are offline, the level of security, how many people are on duty in any given building where there are really dangerous and sophisticated weapons," Rhoades said.

Rhoades said in July that she had not been updated on rip and replace efforts by Viaero in more than two years, despite requesting updated information from the company in recent weeks.

At the time of last contact, the company said it would not begin removal efforts until the FCC money became available.

The FCC advised companies on Monday how much of their funding requests it can reimburse. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Viaero did not respond to multiple requests for comment. Huawei also declined to comment.

In Wyoming, then CEO of rural carrier Union Wireless, John Woody, said in a 2018 interview with Reuters that the company's coverage area included ICBM silos near the F.E. Warren Air Force Base and that its equipment included Huawei switches, routers and cell sites.

Last month, Eric Woody, John's son and acting CEO, said "virtually all the Huawei gear Union purchased remains in our network." He declined to say whether the towers close to the sensitive military sites contain Huawei equipment.

F.E. Warren Air Force Base referred comment on the Huawei equipment to the Pentagon. The United States Strategic Command, which is responsible for nuclear operations, said in a statement to Reuters: "We maintain constant awareness of activities near our installations and sites." It noted that "any concerns are on a whole of government level" but declined to provide further details on what those concerns are.

NEW POWERS AGAINST FOREIGN ADVERSARIES

Rick Sofield, a former DOJ official in the national security division who reviewed telecoms transactions, said the Commerce Department probe could give additional bite to the FCC’s crackdown but there was nothing new in targeting Huawei.

"The US&nbsp;government’s concerns regarding Huawei are widely known so any information or communications technology company that continues to use Huawei products is assuming the risk that the U.S. government will come knocking," said Sofield, who represents US&nbsp;and foreign companies facing US&nbsp;national security reviews. He said he has not worked for Huawei.

The Commerce Department is using authority granted in 2019 that allows it to ban or restrict transactions between US&nbsp;firms and internet, telecom and tech companies from "foreign adversary" nations including Russia and China, according to the executive order and related rules.

The two sources familiar with the Huawei investigation and a former government official said Huawei was one of the Biden administration's first cases using the new powers, referred to Commerce in early 2021 by the Justice Department.

The Justice Department referred requests for comment by Reuters to Commerce.

The subpoena is dated April 13, 2021, the same day that Commerce announced a document request was sent to an unnamed Chinese company under the new powers.

It gives Huawei 30 days to provide seven years' worth of "records identifying Huawei's business transactions and relationships with foreign entities located outside of the United States, including foreign government agencies or parties, that have access to, or that share in any capacity, U.S. user data collected by Huawei."

Noting that the "focus of this investigation is the provisioning of mobile network and telecommunications equipment...by Huawei in the United States," it also asks Huawei for a complete catalog of "all types of equipment sold" to "any communications provider in the United States," including names and locations of the parties to the sale.

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The Biden administration is investigating Chinese telecoms equipment maker Huawei over concerns that US cell towers fitted with its gear could capture sensitive information from military bases and missile silos that the company could then transmit to China, two people familiar with the matter said.

The Biden administration is investigating Chinese telecoms equipment maker Huawei over concerns that US cell towers fitted with its gear could capture sensitive information from military bases and missile silos that the company could then transmit to China, two people familiar with the matter said. Authorities are concerned Huawei could obtain sensitive data on military drills and the readiness status of bases and personnel via the equipment, one of the people said, requesting anonymity because the investigation is confidential and involves national security. The previously unreported probe was opened by the Commerce Department shortly after Joe Biden took office early last year, the sources said, following the implementation of rules to flesh out a May 2019 executive order that gave the agency the investigative authority. The agency subpoenaed Huawei in April 2021 to learn the company's policy on sharing data with foreign parties that its equipment could capture from cell phones, including messages and geolocational data, according to the 10-page document seen by Reuters. The Commerce Department said it could not "confirm or deny ongoing investigations." It added that: "protecting US persons' safety and security against malign information collection is vital to protecting our economy and national security." Huawei did not respond to a request for comment. The company has strongly denied US government allegations that it could spy on US customers and poses a national security threat. The Chinese embassy in Washington did not respond to the specific allegations. In an emailed statement, it said: "The US government abuses the concept of national security and state power to go all out to suppress Huawei and other Chinese telecommunications companies without providing any solid proof that they constitute a security threat to the US and other countries." Reuters could not determine what actions the agency might take against Huawei. Eight current and former US government officials said the probe reflects lingering national security concerns about the company, which was already hit with a slew of US restrictions in recent years. For a timeline on the US government’s trade restrictions on Huawei please click. If the Commerce Department determines Huawei poses a national security threat, it could go beyond existing restrictions imposed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the U.S. telecoms regulator. Using broad new powers created by the Trump administration, the agency could ban all US transactions with Huawei, demanding U.S. telecoms carriers that still rely on its gear quickly remove it, or face fines or other penalties, a number of lawyers, academics and former officials interviewed by Reuters said. The FCC declined to comment. US-CHINA TECH WAR Huawei has long been dogged by US government allegations it could spy on US customers, though authorities in Washington have made little evidence public. The company denies the allegations. "If Chinese companies like Huawei are given unfettered access to our telecommunications infrastructure, they could collect any of your information that traverses their devices or networks," FBI Director Christopher Wray warned in a speech in 2020. "Worse still: They'd have no choice but to hand it over to the Chinese government, if asked." Reuters could not determine if Huawei's equipment is capable of collecting that sort of sensitive information and providing it to China. "If you can stick a receiver on a (cellphone) tower, you can collect signals and that means you can get intelligence. No intelligence agency would pass an opportunity like that," said Jim Lewis, a technology and cybersecurity expert at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), a Washington DC-based think tank. One move to address the perceived threat was a 2019 law and related rules forbidding US companies from using federal subsidies to buy telecoms equipment from Huawei. It also tasked the FCC with compelling US carriers that receive federal subsidies to purge their networks of Huawei equipment, in return for reimbursement. But the so-called "rip and replace" deadline to remove and destroy Huawei equipment completely will not kick in until mid-2023 at the earliest, with additional opportunities for companies to seek extensions. And reimbursements will only reach 40% of the total requested for now. TOWERS NEAR MISSILE SILOS Cell towers equipped with Huawei gear that are close to sensitive military and intelligence sites have become a particular concern for US authorities, according to the two sources and an FCC commissioner. Brendan Carr, one of the FCC's five commissioners, said that cellphone towers around Montana's Malmstrom Air Force Base - one of three that oversee missile fields in the United States - ran on Huawei technology. In an interview this week, he told Reuters there was a risk that data from smartphones obtained by Huawei could reveal troop movements near the sites: "There’s a very real concern that some of that technology could be used as an early warning system if there happened to be, God forbid, an ICBM missile strike." Reuters was unable to determine the exact location or scope of Huawei equipment operating near military facilities. Individuals interviewed by Reuters pointed to at least two other likely cases in Nebraska and Wyoming. Crystal Rhoades, a commissioner at Nebraska's telecoms regulator, has flagged to media the risk posed by the proximity of cell towers owned by Viaero to intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) silos in the western part of the state. ICBMs carry nuclear warheads to targets thousands of miles away and are stored in underground silos near military bases. The Nebraska cell towers are near a missile field overseen by FE Warren Air Force Base in neighboring Wyoming. Viaero provides mobile telephone and wireless broadband services to about 110,000 customers in the region. It said in a 2018 filing to the FCC opposing the commission's efforts at curbing Huawei's expansion that approximately 80% of its equipment was manufactured by the Chinese firm. That gear could potentially enable Huawei to glean sensitive information about the sites, Rhoades told Reuters in June. "An enemy state could potentially see when things are online, when things are offline, the level of security, how many people are on duty in any given building where there are really dangerous and sophisticated weapons," Rhoades said. Rhoades said in July that she had not been updated on rip and replace efforts by Viaero in more than two years, despite requesting updated information from the company in recent weeks. At the time of last contact, the company said it would not begin removal efforts until the FCC money became available. The FCC advised companies on Monday how much of their funding requests it can reimburse. Viaero did not respond to multiple requests for comment. Huawei also declined to comment. In Wyoming, then CEO of rural carrier Union Wireless, John Woody, said in a 2018 interview with Reuters that the company's coverage area included ICBM silos near the F.E. Warren Air Force Base and that its equipment included Huawei switches, routers and cell sites. Last month, Eric Woody, John's son and acting CEO, said "virtually all the Huawei gear Union purchased remains in our network." He declined to say whether the towers close to the sensitive military sites contain Huawei equipment. F.E. Warren Air Force Base referred comment on the Huawei equipment to the Pentagon. The United States Strategic Command, which is responsible for nuclear operations, said in a statement to Reuters: "We maintain constant awareness of activities near our installations and sites." It noted that "any concerns are on a whole of government level" but declined to provide further details on what those concerns are. NEW POWERS AGAINST FOREIGN ADVERSARIES Rick Sofield, a former DOJ official in the national security division who reviewed telecoms transactions, said the Commerce Department probe could give additional bite to the FCC’s crackdown but there was nothing new in targeting Huawei. "The US government’s concerns regarding Huawei are widely known so any information or communications technology company that continues to use Huawei products is assuming the risk that the U.S. government will come knocking," said Sofield, who represents US and foreign companies facing US national security reviews. He said he has not worked for Huawei. The Commerce Department is using authority granted in 2019 that allows it to ban or restrict transactions between US firms and internet, telecom and tech companies from "foreign adversary" nations including Russia and China, according to the executive order and related rules. The two sources familiar with the Huawei investigation and a former government official said Huawei was one of the Biden administration's first cases using the new powers, referred to Commerce in early 2021 by the Justice Department. The Justice Department referred requests for comment by Reuters to Commerce. The subpoena is dated April 13, 2021, the same day that Commerce announced a document request was sent to an unnamed Chinese company under the new powers. It gives Huawei 30 days to provide seven years' worth of "records identifying Huawei's business transactions and relationships with foreign entities located outside of the United States, including foreign government agencies or parties, that have access to, or that share in any capacity, U.S. user data collected by Huawei." Noting that the "focus of this investigation is the provisioning of mobile network and telecommunications equipment...by Huawei in the United States," it also asks Huawei for a complete catalog of "all types of equipment sold" to "any communications provider in the United States," including names and locations of the parties to the sale. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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Russia accused Kyiv of firing three missiles at the city of Belgorod near the Ukraine border in strikes that killed at least four people on Sunday. "Russian anti-aircraft defences shot down three Tochka-U cluster missiles launched by Ukrainian nationalists against Belgorod," said Russia's defence ministry spokesman, Igor Konashenkov.

After the destruction of the Ukrainian missiles, the debris of one of them fell on a house. Konashenkov said that the Russian army had also shot down two Ukrainian TU-143 drones "loaded with explosives" that had been heading towards the city of Kursk, also close to the Ukrainian border.

Earlier, the governor of Belgorod, Vyacheslav Gladkov, had said that at least four people were killed and four injured in a series of "strong explosions" that rocked the city in the early hours of Sunday. &nbsp;Eleven residential buildings and 39 houses were damaged in the explosions which occurred in the early hours, he said on Telegram.&nbsp;

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As reported by AFP, Gladkov said he visited the site soon after the explosions, which hit five streets to the north of the city centre. Two of the injured -- a man and a child -- were hospitalised, while the other two were treated at the scene, he said.&nbsp;

Since Moscow launched its military operation in Ukraine on February 24, Russia has repeatedly accused Kyiv of conducting strikes on Russian soil, particularly in the Belgorod region. At the beginning of April, Gladkov accused Ukraine of attacking a fuel depot in the city with two helicopters.&nbsp;

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Russia accused Kyiv of firing three missiles at the city of Belgorod near the Ukraine border in strikes that killed at least four people on Sunday. "Russian anti-aircraft defences shot down three Tochka-U cluster missiles launched by Ukrainian nationalists against Belgorod," said Russia's defence ministry spokesman, Igor Konashenkov.

Russia accused Kyiv of firing three missiles at the city of Belgorod near the Ukraine border in strikes that killed at least four people on Sunday. "Russian anti-aircraft defences shot down three Tochka-U cluster missiles launched by Ukrainian nationalists against Belgorod," said Russia's defence ministry spokesman, Igor Konashenkov. After the destruction of the Ukrainian missiles, the debris of one of them fell on a house. Konashenkov said that the Russian army had also shot down two Ukrainian TU-143 drones "loaded with explosives" that had been heading towards the city of Kursk, also close to the Ukrainian border. Earlier, the governor of Belgorod, Vyacheslav Gladkov, had said that at least four people were killed and four injured in a series of "strong explosions" that rocked the city in the early hours of Sunday. Eleven residential buildings and 39 houses were damaged in the explosions which occurred in the early hours, he said on Telegram. Also Read: Long queues, missing baggage, halted travel plans: Aviation chaos in US and Europe As reported by AFP, Gladkov said he visited the site soon after the explosions, which hit five streets to the north of the city centre. Two of the injured -- a man and a child -- were hospitalised, while the other two were treated at the scene, he said. Since Moscow launched its military operation in Ukraine on February 24, Russia has repeatedly accused Kyiv of conducting strikes on Russian soil, particularly in the Belgorod region. At the beginning of April, Gladkov accused Ukraine of attacking a fuel depot in the city with two helicopters. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Russia accuses Kyiv of firing three missiles at Belgorod, killing at least four people

Israel has shot down Hezbollah drones. These drones originated from Lebanon. Hezbollah group confirmed the drone launch.

Israel shoots down Hezbollah drones that originated from Lebanon

Amid tensions in the region, China conducted its 6th known test of the anti-missile system. Though China clarified that the test is not targeted against any country.

China tests missile interception system amid tensions in the region

A US based think tank said, North Korea appears to be working at its nuclear test site to include a 2nd tunnel. Meanwhile, South Korean and US officials have said a new nuclear test could happen any day. for more details, we're joined by WION's correspondent Phoebe Amoroso.

North Korea working to include 2nd tunnel at nuclear test site, says US Think Tank

US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman said there will be a strong and clear response if North Korea conducts nuclear tests. North Korea fired several missiles on June 5.

‘Forceful response…’: US, South Korea react to North Korea missile tests

South Korea and the United States staged their first combined military drill involving an American aircraft carrier since 2017. On the other side, North Korea showed signs of resuming missile tests. Japan PM lashed out at the tests conducted by North Korea.

Japan PM: Missile launches by North Korea cannot be tolerated

China has made great advancements when it comes to hypersonic missiles with the country setting up a model aircraft carrier in the Gobi Desert. However, the Chinese scientists were trying to create a hypersonic weapon capable of hitting a moving target and it seems like they have succeeded in finding the solution. China is currently developing a new line of heat-seeking missiles which will be able to track and hit a car moving at five times the speed of sound, according to media reports.

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The main problem in creating such a weapon is to successfully track and zero in on the target at such a speed and the team of scientists, led by Yang Xiaogang from the PLA Rocket Force University of Engineering in Xian, said that they have made great progress in finding a solution to the issue.

According to the paper published by the team, the missiles will feature a new kind of tracking system which will allow China to hit ‘high value’ targets from a considerable amount of distance.

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While a traditional heat-seeking missile uses infrared sensors to track any target, the new weapons will take the help of motion sensors in order to create a full image keeping all the variables in mind.

The success of this project will depend heavily on the development and testing of various hardware modifications and sensor technology, according to the paper. However, Yang and his team have been given a deadline till 2025 to provide the technology for this new line of hypersonic weapons.

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China has made great advancements when it comes to hypersonic missiles with the country setting up a model aircraft carrier in the Gobi Desert. However, the Chinese scientists were trying to create a hypersonic weapon capable of hitting a moving target and it seems like they have succeeded in finding the solution.

China has made great advancements when it comes to hypersonic missiles with the country setting up a model aircraft carrier in the Gobi Desert. However, the Chinese scientists were trying to create a hypersonic weapon capable of hitting a moving target and it seems like they have succeeded in finding the solution. China is currently developing a new line of heat-seeking missiles which will be able to track and hit a car moving at five times the speed of sound, according to media reports. Also read | More than 260 Ukrainian soldiers evacuated from Mariupol steel plant The main problem in creating such a weapon is to successfully track and zero in on the target at such a speed and the team of scientists, led by Yang Xiaogang from the PLA Rocket Force University of Engineering in Xian, said that they have made great progress in finding a solution to the issue. According to the paper published by the team, the missiles will feature a new kind of tracking system which will allow China to hit ‘high value’ targets from a considerable amount of distance. Also read | Elon Musk posts poop emoji in response to Twitter CEO's thread on fake accounts While a traditional heat-seeking missile uses infrared sensors to track any target, the new weapons will take the help of motion sensors in order to create a full image keeping all the variables in mind. The success of this project will depend heavily on the development and testing of various hardware modifications and sensor technology, according to the paper. However, Yang and his team have been given a deadline till 2025 to provide the technology for this new line of hypersonic weapons. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

China working on hypersonic missile capable of hitting car moving at five times the speed of light

North Korea what appeared to be a muted onset of Covid-19 has exploded in just one day. A day after the North Korea reported its first cases of covid-19 at least one person confirmed to have the virus has died while hundreds of thousands have shown symptoms of fever.

North Korea tests 3 ballistic missiles amid major covid-19 outbreak

The United Nations Security Council held an emergency meeting in the face of North Korea's pledge to strengthen its nuclear capability. The meeting was convened by the United States amidst fears that Pyongyang could resume its nuclear testing in the coming weeks.

UNSC holds meet on North Korea's nuclear tests, US calls for more stringent sanctions

According to reports citing South Korean & Japanese officials, North Korea has launched a suspected ballistic missile on Wednesday. The launch has once again triggered tensions in the Korean peninsula.

South Korean & Japanese officials: North Korea fired a suspected ballistic missile off eastern coast

Russia has test-launched a new nuclear-capable missile. Moscow claims the new weapon can hit any target on the planet. President Vladimir Putin said the missile will make Russia's enemies think twice. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: This Russian missile can destroy any target on earth

Amid the Ukraine war and sanctions, Russia has begun delivering the second squadron of S-400 advanced surface-to-air missile defence system to India, ahead of schedule, officials said.

By end of this month, the delivery of the critical system will be completed and thereafter it will be deployed.

The first squadron of the S-400 system arrived in India in December 2021 and has been deployed on the Punjab border to thwart any air strikes from both Pakistan and China.

India has procured five S-400 systems from Russia through a $5-billion deal signed in October 2018.

All the five units of the S-400 system, which can take down a hostile aircraft or missile at a range between 40km and 400km, are expected to be operational by 2022.

The S-400 system is capable of tracking, engaging and addressing the threat of Chinese or Pakistani fighters the moment they take off from air bases. The system can track multiple targets at multiple ranges and neutralise them simultaneously.

India decided to upgrade its military infrastructure when the country was locked in a major faceoff with China along the Line of Actual Control in July 2020. The threat of two-front war - from China and Pakistan - made India go for large scale arms deals and Russia is still one of India`s largest arms suppliers.

There were apprehension on delay in delivery of critical weapon system after Russia`s war with Ukraine. However, with delivery of the second squadron of S-400 system, India is hopeful of getting other military capabilities.

Earlier this month, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov visited India and had met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar and apprised them about the ongoing crisis in Ukraine while discussing bilateral ties.

Lavrov and Jaishankar held discussions over Russia`s crude oil offer, rupee-ruble payment, ongoing arms deals, Ukraine crisis, and the situation in Afghanistan and Iran.

Amid the Ukraine war and sanctions, Russia has begun delivering the second squadron of S-400 advanced surface-to-air missile defence system to India, ahead of schedule, officials said.

Amid the Ukraine war and sanctions, Russia has begun delivering the second squadron of S-400 advanced surface-to-air missile defence system to India, ahead of schedule, officials said. By end of this month, the delivery of the critical system will be completed and thereafter it will be deployed. The first squadron of the S-400 system arrived in India in December 2021 and has been deployed on the Punjab border to thwart any air strikes from both Pakistan and China. India has procured five S-400 systems from Russia through a $5-billion deal signed in October 2018. All the five units of the S-400 system, which can take down a hostile aircraft or missile at a range between 40km and 400km, are expected to be operational by 2022. The S-400 system is capable of tracking, engaging and addressing the threat of Chinese or Pakistani fighters the moment they take off from air bases. The system can track multiple targets at multiple ranges and neutralise them simultaneously. India decided to upgrade its military infrastructure when the country was locked in a major faceoff with China along the Line of Actual Control in July 2020. The threat of two-front war - from China and Pakistan - made India go for large scale arms deals and Russia is still one of India`s largest arms suppliers. There were apprehension on delay in delivery of critical weapon system after Russia`s war with Ukraine. However, with delivery of the second squadron of S-400 system, India is hopeful of getting other military capabilities. Earlier this month, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov visited India and had met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar and apprised them about the ongoing crisis in Ukraine while discussing bilateral ties. Lavrov and Jaishankar held discussions over Russia`s crude oil offer, rupee-ruble payment, ongoing arms deals, Ukraine crisis, and the situation in Afghanistan and Iran.

Amid Ukraine war, Russia starts delivery of second S-400 missile system to India

Tensions have risen drastically in the Korean peninsula after North Korea issues a 'Nuclear' threat to South Korea and its allies.

Tensions rise in the Korean peninsula after North Korea issues a 'Nuclear' threat

The United Nations Security Council held a meeting over North Korea's recent ballistic missile test. The United States called for added sanctions on North Korea.

UNSC holds meeting on North Korea missile test: U.S. calls for added sanctions

The United States has flagged violation of UN security council as North Korea test-fired new ICBM. Tensions with Japan and South Korea also mounted.

North Korea tests new ICBM, South Korea fires back in retaliation

Tensions have spiked in the Korean peninsula after North Korea fired multiple rocket launchers in arms testing as it continues to expand its arsenal.

Tensions spike in the Korean peninsula after North Korea fires multiple rocket launchers

The United States government transferred a number of Patriot antimissile interceptors to Saudi Arabia in order to fulfil an urgent request from Riyadh amid tensions between the two nations.<o:p></o:p>

According to Washington Street Journal, the US officials said that the emergency request from Saudi Arabia was made in order to bolster their defensive munitions that is extremely important for them to fend off drone and missile attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in neighbouring Yemen.

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Saudi military has been requesting for the interceptors since last year and according to the report, they were running low on supplies. As a result, the request became a bone of contention between Riyadh and the Biden administration.

However, with the transfer of the interceptors, it is being reported that the two nations may return to amicable terms and it will be a big help for the Saudi military.<o:p></o:p>

The interceptors and other munitions sent to Saudi Arabia were taken from U.S. stockpiles elsewhere in the Middle East, one of the officials said according to the WSJ report.

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The US government hopes that the arms transfer will lead to Saudi Arabia pumping more oil in order to mitigate the soaring crude prices and rebuild the trade relations between the two countries.<o:p></o:p>

Earlier, Biden has also criticized Saudi Arabia for their war in Yemen and it was speculated that the US are looking to cut off the flow of some weapons Riyadh could use to target Houthis.

The president also reversed a move by Donald Trump that put the Houthis on the U.S.’s official list of global terrorist groups, a move that Saudi leaders saw as a support for the Yemeni leaders.

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The United States government transferred a number of Patriot antimissile interceptors to Saudi Arabia in order to fulfil an urgent request from Riyadh amid tensions between the two nations.

The United States government transferred a number of Patriot antimissile interceptors to Saudi Arabia in order to fulfil an urgent request from Riyadh amid tensions between the two nations. According to Washington Street Journal, the US officials said that the emergency request from Saudi Arabia was made in order to bolster their defensive munitions that is extremely important for them to fend off drone and missile attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in neighbouring Yemen. Also read | Ukraine-Russia conflict: US President Biden to visit Poland this week Saudi military has been requesting for the interceptors since last year and according to the report, they were running low on supplies. As a result, the request became a bone of contention between Riyadh and the Biden administration. However, with the transfer of the interceptors, it is being reported that the two nations may return to amicable terms and it will be a big help for the Saudi military. The interceptors and other munitions sent to Saudi Arabia were taken from U.S. stockpiles elsewhere in the Middle East, one of the officials said according to the WSJ report. Also read | Senior Russian naval officer killed in Mariupol, officials confirm death The US government hopes that the arms transfer will lead to Saudi Arabia pumping more oil in order to mitigate the soaring crude prices and rebuild the trade relations between the two countries. Earlier, Biden has also criticized Saudi Arabia for their war in Yemen and it was speculated that the US are looking to cut off the flow of some weapons Riyadh could use to target Houthis. The president also reversed a move by Donald Trump that put the Houthis on the U.S.’s official list of global terrorist groups, a move that Saudi leaders saw as a support for the Yemeni leaders. Watch | Biden adds Poland to Europe tour amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine

U.S. sends anti-missile interceptors to Saudi Arabia, fulfills urgent request

North Korea appeared to have fired a short-range multiple rocket launcher, South Korean military said on Sunday, amid heightened tensions in the region. The launch comes after a number of larger missile launches by the North in the recent past. <o:p></o:p>

"This morning there was firing in North Korea which is assumed to be multiple rocket launcher shots, and our military was monitoring the related situation and maintaining a readiness posture," South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said.

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The North Korean military fired four shots around 7:20 am local time (22:20 GMT on Saturday) for around an hour towards the west coast from an unidentified location in South Pyongan Province, according to a report from Yonhap news agency.<o:p></o:p>

Although the launches have not attracted the same attention as the massive intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs), North Korea has tested a variety of new types of multiple launch rocket system in the last few years and it has significantly boosted their massive artillery.<o:p></o:p>

The launch has once again stoked tensions of a possible aggression towards South Korea and National Security Council held an emergency vice-ministerial meeting over the launches.

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South Korea approved plans to pursue a $2.6-billion artillery interception system last year, similar to Israel’s “Iron Dome,” which can be used to protect against North’s long-range guns and rockets.<o:p></o:p>

From 2021, North Korea has conducted a huge number of missile launches. South Korea and the US have both warned that North Korea could resume the testing of ICBMs for the first time since 2017.

<o:p>Watch |&nbsp;</o:p>North Korea's latest missile tests alarm pentagon as the US, South Korea suspect ICBM tests<o:p></o:p>

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North Korea appeared to have fired a short-range multiple rocket launcher, South Korean military said on Sunday, amid heightened tensions in the region. The launch comes after a number of larger missile launches by the North in the recent past.

North Korea appeared to have fired a short-range multiple rocket launcher, South Korean military said on Sunday, amid heightened tensions in the region. The launch comes after a number of larger missile launches by the North in the recent past. "This morning there was firing in North Korea which is assumed to be multiple rocket launcher shots, and our military was monitoring the related situation and maintaining a readiness posture," South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said. Also read | Multiple explosions heard at Pakistan Army Depot in Sialkot: Sources The North Korean military fired four shots around 7:20 am local time (22:20 GMT on Saturday) for around an hour towards the west coast from an unidentified location in South Pyongan Province, according to a report from Yonhap news agency. Although the launches have not attracted the same attention as the massive intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs), North Korea has tested a variety of new types of multiple launch rocket system in the last few years and it has significantly boosted their massive artillery. The launch has once again stoked tensions of a possible aggression towards South Korea and National Security Council held an emergency vice-ministerial meeting over the launches. Also read | China on the right side of history over Ukraine war: Wang Yi South Korea approved plans to pursue a $2.6-billion artillery interception system last year, similar to Israel’s “Iron Dome,” which can be used to protect against North’s long-range guns and rockets. From 2021, North Korea has conducted a huge number of missile launches. South Korea and the US have both warned that North Korea could resume the testing of ICBMs for the first time since 2017. Watch | North Korea's latest missile tests alarm pentagon as the US, South Korea suspect ICBM tests (With inputs from agencies)

North Korea fires multiple rocket launcher, says South Korean military

A day after India admitted accidental firing of a missile that landed in Pakistan territory, Pakistan has now demanded a joint probe into the accident. The Indian defense ministry on Friday acknowledged the incident of the missile that landed in Pakistan's district.

India accidently fires missile into Pakistan, latter seeks joint probe

North Korea will launch a number of reconnaissance satellites in coming years to provide real-time information on military actions by the United States and its allies. However, US, South Korea suspect ICBM tests.

North Korea's latest missile tests alarm pentagon as the US, South Korea suspect ICBM tests

After reports of a ballistic missile's launch, North Korea has said that it conducted "another important" test for reconnaissance satellite systems, state news agency KCNA reported on Sunday. &nbsp;

The launch was conducted by North Korea's National Aerospace Development Administration (NADA) and the Academy of Defence Science "under the plan of developing a reconnaissance satellite," KCNA reported. &nbsp;

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This was the second such launch in a week to test satellite equipment. It was also the ninth missile launch this year.&nbsp;

The latest test comes just days ahead of a presidential election in South Korea on Wednesday. &nbsp;

"Through the test, the NADA confirmed the reliability of data transmission and reception system of the satellite, its control command system and various ground-based control systems," KCNA said. &nbsp;

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Like the last test, the KCNA has not elaborated again on the type of rocket used in the launch. But the authorities in South Korea said that it appeared to be a ballistic missile fired from an area near Pyongyang where its international airport is located. &nbsp;

The North Korean missile reached a height of about 560 km (350 miles) and flew 270 km (170 miles), South Korea's military said. &nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

After reports of a ballistic missile's launch, North Korea has said that it conducted "another important" test for reconnaissance satellite systems, state news agency KCNA reported on Sunday.

After reports of a ballistic missile's launch, North Korea has said that it conducted "another important" test for reconnaissance satellite systems, state news agency KCNA reported on Sunday. The launch was conducted by North Korea's National Aerospace Development Administration (NADA) and the Academy of Defence Science "under the plan of developing a reconnaissance satellite," KCNA reported. Also Read: Useless Cold War relics? Hundreds of German anti-aircraft missiles pledged to Ukraine unsafe, says report This was the second such launch in a week to test satellite equipment. It was also the ninth missile launch this year. The latest test comes just days ahead of a presidential election in South Korea on Wednesday. "Through the test, the NADA confirmed the reliability of data transmission and reception system of the satellite, its control command system and various ground-based control systems," KCNA said. Also Read: China reiterates 'reunification' with Taiwan, firmly opposes foreign interference Like the last test, the KCNA has not elaborated again on the type of rocket used in the launch. But the authorities in South Korea said that it appeared to be a ballistic missile fired from an area near Pyongyang where its international airport is located. The North Korean missile reached a height of about 560 km (350 miles) and flew 270 km (170 miles), South Korea's military said. (With inputs from agencies)

North Korea confirms missile launch, says conducted another spy satellite test

As the conflict intensifies in Ukraine, students have been struggling to move out of the embattled country. Meanwhile, parents of an Indian student stranded in Ukraine have said that their son was living in bunkers. They further revealed that missiles were falling near his hostel.

"There was a missile that fell down near their hostel, so they are very afraid about their life. Now they are getting a shelter by their own way," said Shibu, father of student Ciran.&nbsp;

India is evacuating its citizens from neighbouring countries of Ukraine as the airspace of the country has been shut since Russia invaded it. The students have been advised by the government to move to the nearest countries from their place. These countries include Romania, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia and others.

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This comes in when three C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force, carrying 629 Indians from neighbouring countries of Ukraine, landed at the Hindan air base near New Delhi on Saturday morning.

Till date, the IAF has flown 10 flights to bring back 2,056 passengers, while taking 26 tonnes of relief load to these countries, as part of Op Ganga, the IAF said in a statement.

Eleven more special civilian flights are also expected to land today with more than 2,200 Indians from Ukraine's neighbouring countries, according to reports.

So far, around 20,000 Indians have left the war-torn country since India issued its first travel advisories in mid-February.

More than 2,000 Indians are still stuck in Ukraine, the government said, adding that arrangements are being made to evacuate everyone.

(With inputs from agencies)

As the conflict intensifies in Ukraine, students have been struggling to move out of the embattled country. Meanwhile, parents of an Indian student stranded in Ukraine have said that their son was living in bunkers.

As the conflict intensifies in Ukraine, students have been struggling to move out of the embattled country. Meanwhile, parents of an Indian student stranded in Ukraine have said that their son was living in bunkers. They further revealed that missiles were falling near his hostel. "There was a missile that fell down near their hostel, so they are very afraid about their life. Now they are getting a shelter by their own way," said Shibu, father of student Ciran. India is evacuating its citizens from neighbouring countries of Ukraine as the airspace of the country has been shut since Russia invaded it. The students have been advised by the government to move to the nearest countries from their place. These countries include Romania, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia and others. Also read | Operation Ganga: Three IAF’s C-17 aircraft land in India with 629 citizens This comes in when three C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force, carrying 629 Indians from neighbouring countries of Ukraine, landed at the Hindan air base near New Delhi on Saturday morning. Till date, the IAF has flown 10 flights to bring back 2,056 passengers, while taking 26 tonnes of relief load to these countries, as part of Op Ganga, the IAF said in a statement. Eleven more special civilian flights are also expected to land today with more than 2,200 Indians from Ukraine's neighbouring countries, according to reports. So far, around 20,000 Indians have left the war-torn country since India issued its first travel advisories in mid-February. More than 2,000 Indians are still stuck in Ukraine, the government said, adding that arrangements are being made to evacuate everyone. (With inputs from agencies)

Ukraine invasion: Parents of Indian student reveal that missiles are falling near hostels

South Korea's military said that North Korea has fired an "unidentified projectile". This comes as Pyongyang's eighth launch this year. "North Korea fired an unidentified projectile eastward," the Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a statement.&nbsp;

No further details were given out.&nbsp;

Japan also confirmed this launch. A defence ministry spokesman, while speaking to AFP said, "potential ballistic missile(s)" were fired from North Korea. The Japanese coastguard also issued a warning to vessels about a "potentially ballistic missile possibly launched from North Korea".

Japanese foreign minister Masayoshi was on live TV, talking about Ukraine when news of North Korea's launch came out.&nbsp;

"This situation in Ukraine is not something that stays just in Ukraine or in Europe. But it could potentially affect the entire world, or Indo-Pacific region or in East Asia in our view," he said.

Pyongyang had carried out a series of weapons tests last month. This also included one of its most powerful missiles since 2017.

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However, due to the Beijing Olympics, there was an unexpected calm on the peninsula, which did not stay for that long.&nbsp;

Earlier in January, Kim Jong-Un's regime said that it had tested a hypersonic missile. South Korea's military said North Korea tested a suspected ballistic missile that fell into the sea.&nbsp;

South Korea's military said the new test was conducted in the morning on Tuesday as the "projectile" landed outside Japan's exclusive economic zone (EEZ) as Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida called it "regrettable".

UN members including Japan and Albania had earlier condemned the previous missile test even as US ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield called it a "miscalculation and escalation" on part of North Korea.

(With inputs from agencies)

South Korea's military said that North Korea has fired an "unidentified projectile". This comes as Pyongyang's eighth launch this year. "North Korea fired an unidentified projectile eastward," the Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a statement.

South Korea's military said that North Korea has fired an "unidentified projectile". This comes as Pyongyang's eighth launch this year. "North Korea fired an unidentified projectile eastward," the Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a statement. No further details were given out. Japan also confirmed this launch. A defence ministry spokesman, while speaking to AFP said, "potential ballistic missile(s)" were fired from North Korea. The Japanese coastguard also issued a warning to vessels about a "potentially ballistic missile possibly launched from North Korea". Japanese foreign minister Masayoshi was on live TV, talking about Ukraine when news of North Korea's launch came out. "This situation in Ukraine is not something that stays just in Ukraine or in Europe. But it could potentially affect the entire world, or Indo-Pacific region or in East Asia in our view," he said. Pyongyang had carried out a series of weapons tests last month. This also included one of its most powerful missiles since 2017. Also read | North Korea tests another suspected ballistic missile However, due to the Beijing Olympics, there was an unexpected calm on the peninsula, which did not stay for that long. Earlier in January, Kim Jong-Un's regime said that it had tested a hypersonic missile. South Korea's military said North Korea tested a suspected ballistic missile that fell into the sea. South Korea's military said the new test was conducted in the morning on Tuesday as the "projectile" landed outside Japan's exclusive economic zone (EEZ) as Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida called it "regrettable". UN members including Japan and Albania had earlier condemned the previous missile test even as US ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield called it a "miscalculation and escalation" on part of North Korea. (With inputs from agencies)

North Korea fires an 'unidentified projectile' in what comes as the eighth launch this year

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