Japan has previously activated its missile early warning alarms in response to launches by Pyongyang, although the alerts are usually lifted quickly.
LONDON DAILY ARCHIVE
Japan Cancels Missile Alert Warning After South Korea Reports North Korean Launch
On Wednesday morning, Japan briefly activated its missile alert warning system for the Okinawa region after South Korea's military said North Korea had launched a "space launch vehicle." The government later cancelled the call for evacuation, stating that the missile was not expected to come to Japan.
31 May 2023 · 03:24 UTC
