North Korea launches latest missile test amid escalating tensions

• North Korea has launched multiple missiles off its east coast from Sondok, according to South Korea's military.
• The launch marks Pyongyang's sixth missile test across October and November, amidst escalating tensions along the Korean Peninsula.
• The test follows a cruise missile trial on 2 November involving what state media described as a strategic dispersal warhead.
• Hours prior to the launch, Kim Yo Jong rejected talks with Washington unless the US abandons its hostile policy towards North Korea.
• Experts suggest the increased frequency of testing indicates Pyongyang may be preparing for mass production or bulk missile exports to Russia.

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North Korea launches multiple missiles towards waters off east coast, South Korea says