North Korea Tests Missiles Again

Introduction

North Korea fired several missiles into the sea on Sunday morning, April 19, 2026. This is part of their plan to test more weapons this year.

Main Body

The missiles started at 6:10 a.m. from a place called Sinpo. They flew about 140 kilometers. Then they fell into the sea. This is the seventh time North Korea tested missiles in 2026. It is the fourth time in April. South Korea and Japan are worried. South Korea had a special meeting about security. President Lee Jae Myung is on high alert. Japan is working with the United States to get more information. The U.S. military says the missiles are not a danger to them right now. Other leaders are also worried. They see more activity at North Korean nuclear sites. At the same time, Iran is fighting with the U.S. and Israel. Experts think North Korea wants to show its power. They want more power before the U.S. and China meet in May. President Trump and President Lee want to talk to Kim Jong Un, but they have no meeting yet.

Conclusion

North Korea says it needs these weapons for safety. But other countries say this is against the law. They will watch North Korea closely.

Vocabulary Learning

alert
A state of being ready for danger.警覺 / 警戒
Example:President Lee Jae Myung is on high alert.
law
The official rules of a country.法律
Example:But other countries say this is against the law.
missile
A powerful rocket that can carry a bomb.導彈 / 飛彈
Example:North Korea fired several missiles into the sea.
power
The ability to control people or things.權力 / 力量
Example:Experts think North Korea wants to show its power.
security
The state of being safe from danger.安全 / 保安
Example:South Korea had a special meeting about security.