Summary

In response to North Korea’s recent intercontinental ballistic missile test, the U.S., South Korea, and Japan conducted a joint air drill, flying a U.S. B-1B bomber near the Korean Peninsula. South Korean and Japanese fighter jets escorted the bomber, showcasing their readiness to counter North Korea’s growing threats.

The drill followed North Korea’s launch of the Hwasong-19 missile, reportedly capable of reaching the U.S. mainland, signaling the allies’ commitment to regional security amid rising tensions.