North Korea may prepare to launch a submarine-launched ballistic missile as the United States and South Korea begin joint military exercises.

(AFP)

[Instant News/Comprehensive Report] The USS Ronald Reagan aircraft strike group arrived at the Busan Naval Base in South Korea on the 23rd, marking the first time a US aircraft has visited South Korea since 2018.

At the same time, South Korean officials said today (24th) that the military has detected signs of activity that North Korea is suspected of preparing to launch a submarine-launched ballistic missile and will continue to closely monitor it.

According to Yonhap News Agency, South Korea's official source said today that the military recently detected that North Korea may be near Sinpo City, South Hamgyong Province, preparing to launch a submarine-launched ballistic missile towards the east coast.

The South Korean military will continue to closely monitor related activities and maintain a high level of combat readiness.

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After the USS Ronald Reagan arrived in Busan, South Korea, the United States and South Korea will start joint military exercises at the end of this month.

In addition, US Vice President Kamala Harris will also lead a delegation to visit South Korea on the 29th and hold talks with South Korean President Yoon Seok-wyeh.