Missile & Drone Drills: North Korea says it carried out a “joint firepower” live-fire drill after South Korea, the U.S., and Japan wrapped up “Freedom Edge,” testing cruise missiles, tactical ballistic missiles, attack drones, and artillery, claiming “100% hit accuracy” and “huge destructive power.” Regional Response: South Korea’s JCS reported multiple short-range ballistic missile launches from Wonsan toward the East Sea, with flight distances around 250 km, and framed the activity as linked to the end of the trilateral exercise. Firepower Strike Drill Details: KCNA also described a separate “firepower attack drill” using new combat systems—drones, tactical cruise missiles, large-caliber rocket launchers, and tactical ballistic missiles—again with Kim Jong Un absent and senior artillery leadership observing. Inter-Korean Medical Prep: Seoul says it is “ready to go” to provide 166 types of medical equipment to Pyongyang’s Kangdong County Hospital if asked, citing a UN sanctions exemption and pre-arranged funding. Counterintelligence Law Watch: South Korea’s expanded espionage law took effect, aiming to strengthen punishment for espionage on behalf of foreign countries—an enforcement shift that matters as North Korea’s cross-border operations grow. Russia Link: Reporting also points to North Korea’s deeper military support for Russia, including possible further troop deployments and increased border activity near the Tumen River.