North Korean Defense Minister No Kwang Chol threatened with "offensive actions" in response to security discussions between the USA and South Korea.

This threat came a day after the launch of a ballistic missile by North Korea at sea. No Kwang Chol stated that offensive actions are necessary to ensure security and defend peace by force, emphasizing the hostile nature of the enemies. The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command stated that the missile launch did not pose a threat to American troops. The North Korean minister criticized the visit of the USS George Washington aircraft carrier to South Korea and the security meetings that reaffirmed the commitment to military cooperation, considering them to escalate tensions in the region.