Military identifies North Korean projectile fuselage, salvage underway
It is reported that the satellite, engine and fuel tanks of the Chollima-1 rocket crashed except for the first stage propulsion engine.
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How to respond to the satellite launch of North Korea
As Pyongyang's satellite launch has deteriorated security, Seoul should give it urgent attention, says the writer.
North Korea satellite launch tests renewed security cooperation
Threats posed by the North may accelerate trilateral cooperation even in the realms of space and cyber technologies, said an expert.
Kim Jong Un may have insomnia, worsening alcohol dependency issue: South Korea spy agency
The National Intelligence Service said North Koreans were “intensely” collecting overseas medical information for top-ranking officials with insomnia, including details on…
PM Kishida eyes talks with Kim Jong Un to resolve abduction issue
“I’ve been expressing my resolve to face up to him directly,” Kishida told reporters, underscoring his intent to make preparations to realise the bilateral summit.
North Korea admits satellite launch failure, vows second attempt
Pyongyand said the second-stage booster of the space launch vehicle crashed into the West Sea after the separation of the first stage.
Japan Self-Defence Forces ordered to prepare for destruction of North Korean missile
The order, effective through June 11, was issued after North Korea notified Japan of its launch plans.
North Korea notifies Japan of plan to launch satellite
Analysts say the military satellite is part of North Korea’s efforts to advance surveillance technology to improve its ability to strike targets in the event of a conflict.
North Korea resumes refurbishing main rocket launchpad
The launch site has been used to launch the Kwangmyongsong-4 satellite and other long-range rockets as well as conduct key tests to develop intercontinental ballistic missiles.
North Korea leaves inter-Korean hotlines unanswered for one month
The Kim Jong-un regime has not provided any clear explanation for why it unilaterally severed all inter-Korean communication channels since April 7.