Why has North Korea fired a missile ahead of US-South Korea drills?
Pyongyang has repeatedly condemned US–South Korea military drills, claiming they are a 'rehearsal for invasion'.
Aug 12, 2026
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Why has North Korea fired a missile ahead of US-South Korea drills?
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