North Korea fires suspected ICBM, warns U.S. against 'dangerous' choices

J-Alert Emergency Broadcasting System about North Korea's ballistic missile firing is pictured in Tokyo, Japan in this photo taken by Kyodo on November 3, 2022. Mandatory credit Kyodo/via REUTERS

TOKYO/SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korea fired multiple missiles on Thursday, including a possible failed intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), prompting the United States and South Korea to extend air drills that have drawn Pyongyang's ire.

Despite an initial government warning that the apparent ICBM had flown over Japan, triggering warning alarms for some residents, Tokyo later said that was incorrect.