European Council President Charles Michel / EPA-Yonhap

European Council President Charles Michel on Wednesday condemned North Korea's "aggressive" firing of more than 20 missiles, and voiced backing for South Korea.

"Outraged by (the) aggressive and irresponsible behavior of Pyongyang firing missiles over a maritime border with South Korea," Michel tweeted.

"On behalf of the EU, I express solidarity with (South) Korea and other countries in the region." (AFP)