North Korea Reportedly Launches Over 10 Ballistic Missiles Toward Japan

North Korea’s military fired more than 10 ballistic missiles from near Pyongyang on Saturday, March 14, 2026, sending them toward the Sea of Japan/East Sea in a significant regional provocation. Japan’s defence authorities and South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff confirmed the launches occurred at about 1:20 p.m. local time, with the projectiles flying roughly 350 km before splashing down in waters outside Japan’s exclusive economic zone and causing no reported damage or casualties.

The salvo coincided with the annual joint military exercises between the United States and South Korea, which Pyongyang consistently denounces as preparations for invasion. The North Korean government has not publicly detailed the specific warheads or missile models used, but the pattern reflects Pyongyang’s long‑standing strategy of showcasing its ballistic capabilities amid perceived allied threats.

Japan responded by issuing alerts and closely monitoring its airspace, while regional capitals reiterated calls for de‑escalation. The launches underline persistent tensions on the Korean Peninsula and complicate diplomatic efforts to reduce nuclear and missile risks in East Asia.