North Korea's Missile Tests: A Familiar Pattern of Provocation North Korea's latest ballistic missile test off its eastern coast on September 20 has sent shockwaves through the region, echoing a familiar pattern of provocation.
This demonstration comes days after North Korea condemned a recent UN resolution against its nuclear program and blamed US led military drills for rising tensions.
The South Korean National Security Council issued a statement condemning the test, citing violations of UN Security Council resolutions, underscoring the concern that these provocations have become increasingly routine.