North Korea has fired several short range projectiles into the Sea of Japan. North Korean leader Kim Jong-un oversaw the drill yesterday. State media confirmed that North Korean leader gave the order of firing to increase the combat ability of the country. It said the purpose of the drill was to test the operating ability and accuracy of multiple rocket launchers and tactical guided weapons by the defence units. It could be Pyongang’s first short range missile launch for more than a year as it seeks to up pressure on Washington with nuclear talks deadlocked.

Reacting to the development US President Donald Trump expressed confidence that the North Korean leader will not break his promise. In a tweet, Mr Trump said, he believes that Kim Jong-un fully realises the great economic potential of North Korea and will do nothing to jeopardise it.