North Korea fires ballistic missiles despite U.S. diplomatic overtures

North Korea launched a barrage of short-range ballistic missiles toward the East Sea on August 20, 2026, traveling approximately 300 kilometers, as South Korea and the U.S. reduced their combined military drills. The firing occurred despite reports that President Trump was seeking a summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

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