Rocket Launchers Deployed To Yeonpyeong Island, Firing Drills Planned

The South Korean military continues to add artillery units to Yeonpyeong Island, which was attacked by North Korean artillery last week, reports the Chosun Ilbo.

Six Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS) have been deployed on the island, as well as six additional K9 self-propelled howitzers.

The South Korean joint chiefs of staff also issued an advisory to local vessels planning to be in 29 locations in waters around the Korean peninsula from Dec. 6-12 ahead of planned...