South Korea says the launch showed improvements in an existing weapon . KCNA : North Korea fires `` cutting-edge ultra-precision tactical guided missiles '' `` There is no indication of new North Korean technology , '' says a U.S. defense official . According to the U.S. and South Korean governments , North Korea launched three projectiles from its southeastern coast . The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to discuss details publicly, said that while there were indications of improved technology, it didn't appear as if Pyongyang had developed any new weapons or missile
South Korea says the launch showed improvements in an existing weapon . KCNA : North Korea fires `` cutting-edge ultra-precision tactical guided missiles '' `` There is no indication of new North Korean technology , '' says a U.S. defense official . The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to discuss details publicly, said that while there were indications of improved technology, it didn't appear as if Pyongyang had developed any new weapons or missile