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North Korea's Latest Threat, April, 10, 2012

IN THIS ISSUE: North Korea's latest threat, Iran's limited escape options, China launches new 650 megawatt nuclear reactor, Niue signs CTBT, Japan gives preliminary OK to restart two reactors, Persian Gulf states and U.S. to jointly build ballistic missile shield.

Published on April 10, 2012
 

North Korea's Latest Threat

James Acton | Carnegie Q&A

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North Korea plans to use long-range missile technology to launch a satellite later this month despite international condemnation.

There are also troubling signs that the isolated country is preparing for a third nuclear test.

In a new Q&A, James Acton explains the significance of the mid-April satellite launch, the technological reasons North Korea would want to test another nuclear device, and what to watch for if it does.  Full Article



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