(LEAD) N. Korea fires around dozen short-range ballistic missiles toward East Sea: JCS

What happened: North Korea fired around a dozen short-range ballistic missiles toward the East Sea, according to the South Korean military. The missiles were launched from the Wonsan area at around 12:30 p.m. Key numbers: Around a dozen missiles; launched at around 12:30 p.m.; prior test-fire on Oct. 12; report dated Oct. 29. Why it matters: The JCS said it has stepped up surveillance and remains vigilant against additional launches, maintaining a defense posture through information-sharing with the United States and Japan. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

North Korea fired around a dozen short-range ballistic missiles toward the East Sea, according to the South Korean military. The missiles were launched from the Wonsan area at around 12:30 p.m.

The JCS said it has stepped up surveillance and remains vigilant against additional launches, maintaining a defense posture through information-sharing with the United States and Japan.