N korea fires ballistic missile ahead of trump xi meeting

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North Korea Fires Ballistic Missile Ahead of Trump-Xi Meeting

In a provocative move, North Korea has fired a ballistic missile into the sea, just hours before a highly anticipated meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

According to reports, the missile was launched from the eastern coast of North Korea and flew over 300 kilometers (186 miles) before splashing down in the Sea of Japan. The launch was detected by South Korea's military and was condemned by the United States and its allies.

The timing of the launch is seen as a deliberate attempt to disrupt the Trump-Xi meeting, which is expected to focus on issues such as trade, security, and North Korea's nuclear program. The meeting is seen as a crucial opportunity for the two leaders to address the growing tensions on the Korean Peninsula.

The US State Department has issued a statement condemning the launch, saying that it "highlights the destabilizing nature of North Korea's actions." The statement also emphasized the need for North Korea to abandon its nuclear program and return to negotiations.

China, North Korea's main ally, has also issued a statement calling for restraint and urging all parties to work towards a peaceful resolution.

The launch comes just days after North Korea conducted a series of missile tests, including a test of its most advanced intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) to date. The tests have been seen as a demonstration of the country's military capabilities and a warning to the international community.

The Trump-Xi meeting is expected to be a tense and complex affair, with both leaders facing significant pressure to address the growing tensions on the Korean Peninsula. The meeting is seen as a crucial opportunity for the two leaders to work together to address the crisis and prevent further escalation.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.