Trump still silent
North Korea launches missile salvo at area where US aircraft carrier fleet had sailed
Missiles land in part of Sea of Japan where USS Carl Vinson and USS Ronald Reagan had been conducting manoeuvres this week
?North Korea likely wanted to show off its ability to precisely target a large warship, in relation to the joint military drills involving US aircraft carriers,? Roh Jae-cheon, South Korea?s joint chiefs of staff spokesman, told reporters. ?By testing different types of missiles, North Korea also appears to be aiming to secure the upper hand in relations with South Korea and the United States.?