South Korea’s military said on Sunday that North Korea launched an unidentified ballistic missile toward the East Sea, also called the Sea of Japan. Officials did not immediately provide details on the missile’s range, trajectory or whether it landed in the sea.

The reported launch adds to a long pattern of weapons tests by Pyongyang that have heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula and drawn concern from neighboring countries. South Korean authorities said they were monitoring the situation closely after detecting the projectile.

No immediate damage or casualties were reported. Further analysis will be needed to determine the type of missile fired and whether the test was linked to North Korea’s broader military program.

The launch comes amid continued regional security concerns, with Seoul and its allies watching for signs of escalation from North Korea’s weapons development efforts.