North Korea Drone Incursion Claims and Missile Launch Spark Tension

The skies over the Korean Peninsula are buzzing with accusations and projectiles. On January 10, 2026, North Korea escalated regional friction by firing a ballistic missile after claiming that South Korea violated its airspace with drones.

North Korea Drone Incursion Claims and East Sea Missile Launch

According to the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS), North Korea launched an unspecified ballistic missile toward the East Sea. This provocative move followed a series of warnings from Pyongyang, which accused Seoul of sending drones into its territory this week. North Korea warned that South Korea should be ready to "pay a high price" for the alleged incursions.

South Korea Denies Infiltration as President Lee Orders Probe

South Korea's Defense Minister has flatly denied the infiltration claims, calling them groundless. In response to the heightened rhetoric, President Lee reportedly ordered a prompt and thorough investigation into the alleged drone activities to clarify the facts. While Seoul maintains its stance of denial, the military remains on high alert for further provocations from the North.