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North Korea Fires Dozens of Missiles as Landmine Incident Sparks Accusations

On October 29, 2026, North Korea launched around a dozen ballistic missiles into the East Sea, according to Al Arabiya. Seoul accused Pyongyang of causing a landmine explosion that injured three of its soldiers, an accusation North Korea denied. The incident marks a sharp escalation in tensions between the two Koreas.

North Korea fired 'around a dozen' ballistic missiles into the East Sea, as reported by Al Arabiya on October 29, 2026. The missile launch is described as a significant military action demonstrating North Korea's capabilities. Al Arabiya noted the event as part of an ongoing escalation of tensions between North and South Korea. Seoul accused Pyongyang of causing a landmine explosion that injured three of its soldiers, according to Al Jazeera. North Korea denied the accusation, leading to heightened diplomatic and military friction. The landmine incident is part of a broader dispute between the two Koreas, with both sides exchanging accusations and counter-accusations.

Where Sources Diverge

Al Arabiya reports that North Korea fired 'around a dozen' ballistic missiles into the East Sea, while Al Jazeera focuses on the landmine incident and the accusations between Seoul and Pyongyang.

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North Korea fires 'around a dozen' ballistic missiles into East Sea

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Seoul accuses Pyongyang of causing a landmine explosion that injured three of its soldiers, an accusation North denies.

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IndependentAl JazeeraOct 29, 11:24 AM
North Korea fires missiles as row over landmine blast intensifies

Seoul accuses Pyongyang of causing a landmine explosion that injured three of its soldiers, an accusation North denies.

IndependentAl ArabiyaOct 29, 11:03 AM
North Korea fires ‘around a dozen’ ballistic missiles into East Sea - Al Arabiya English

North Korea fires ‘around a dozen’ ballistic missiles into East Sea  Al Arabiya English