00:00North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles towards its eastern waters on Sunday,
00:07according to a South Korean statement.
00:10South Korea said the missiles flew about 900 kilometers
00:14and violated UN Security Council resolutions banning any ballistic activities by North Korea.
00:21South Korean authorities, together with the U.S., are analyzing the details of the launches.
00:27They also urged North Korea to stop provocative actions immediately
00:32and respond to South Korea's push to restart talks and restore peace on the Korean peninsula.
00:39The launch came hours before South Korean President Lee Jae-myung departed for China
00:45for a summit with President Xi Jinping for talks expected to cover North Korea's nuclear program.
00:52Experts say North Korea is showcasing its defense achievements ahead of its first ruling party congress in five years.
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