Information on possible launch of North Korea ballistic missile Ministry of Defense official

According to a Ministry of Defense official, there is information that a possible ballistic missile was launched from North Korea earlier.

The Ministry of Defense is gathering information to see if there is any impact on Japan.

North Korea also launched a ballistic missile on October 4, and this is the 24th missile launch by North Korea, including cruise missiles.

The Japan Coast Guard announced at 6:04 a.m. that a possible ballistic missile was launched from North Korea, citing information from the Ministry of Defense.

Vessels underway are urged to pay attention to future information.