North Korean Missiles Terrify The World Again

Last week, North Korea announced the completion of preparations for the next launch of a missile with a satellite. The DPRK statement caused an extremely negative reaction of the neighboring countries that are seriously concerned that the experiment might fail.

Japan is preparing to shoot down the North Korean missile with its air defense forces in the event that its launch will pose a direct threat to the national security. Air defense systems “Patriot” that can be used to intercept the DPRK missile are being delivered to the island of Okinawa. Philippines increased combat readiness of its military units responsible for missile defense.

The situation around the nuclear and missile programs in North Korea has long concerned the international community. In October of 2006, the UN Security Council unanimously condemned the nuclear tests carried out in the province of Hamgyong in the north-east of the country. Despite the sanctions adopted by the Security Council, ballistic missile tests continue. Pyongyang’s actions cause concern not only in the U.S. and Japan, but also in neighboring China. Spokesman of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Hon Lei was quoted by “Voice of America” saying that the DPRK had the right to the peaceful use of space, but it was also subject to relevant UN Security Council resolutions.

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