June 2009 - North Korea Special Weapons News

UN Chief, Japan Call for Pressure on North Korea VOA 30 Jun 2009 -- Japanese PN Aso: International community needs to put strong pressure on North Korea under a new United Nations sanctions regime.
US Sanctions Iranian Firm VOA 30 Jun 2009 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on an Iran-based firm for its alleged support of North Korea's nuclear missile program.
South Korea says North 'definitely' enriches uranium RIA Novosti 30 Jun 2009 -- North Korea seems to be pressing ahead with uranium enrichment, with a view to making more nuclear weapons.
South Korea: North is Enriching Uranium VOA 30 Jun 2009 -- South Korea's defense minister: N. Korea appears to be pushing forward with enrichment program, raising fears it may use material to make weapons.
Cases of Aerial Espionage against DPRK on Steady Increase KCNA 30 Jun 2009 -- US the south Korean perpetrated aerial espionage against the DPRK in June by mobilizing reconnaissance planes.
Kim Jong Il Provides Field Guidance to Factory and Scientific Institution KCNA 30 Jun 2009 -- Kim Jong Il gave field guidance to Hamhung Semiconductor Materials Factory and Hamhung Branch of the State Academy of Sciences.
UNSC's "Resolution" Rejected in Nepal KCNA 29 Jun 2009 -- Political parties and organizations in Nepal, including Communist Party (Marxist-Leninist), made a joint statement in denunciation of UNSC resolution.
U.S. Nuclear War Gambling Disclosed KCNA 29 Jun 2009 -- Ohio-class subs equipped with nuclear warheads have been carrying out operational duties in the Pacific.
KCNA Blasts U.S. Dangerous Moves for New War KCNA 29 Jun 2009 -- Commander of the US forces in south Korea: South Korean forces should get ready to cope with possible large-scale conflicts.
North Korea Weekly (June 22 - 28, 2009) National Intelligence Service
Weekly Report on North Korea No. 949 (June 22 to 28, 2009) ROK Ministry of Unification
G8 Ministers Condemn Actions of Iran, North Korea VOA 26 Jun 2009 -- Foreign ministers from the Group of 8 industrialized nations deplored the post-election violence in Iran.
G8 foreign ministers condemn North Korea's nuclear test RIA Novosti 26 Jun 2009 -- G8 foreign ministers have condemned North Korea's May 25 nuclear test as a threat to regional security.
Russian military expert plays down fears of N.Korea nuclear war RIA Novosti 25 Jun 2009 -- A Russian disarmament expert has played down North Korea's threats to carry out nuclear strikes if attacked.
N.Korea threatens to 'wipe out' U.S. in event of new war RIA Novosti 25 Jun 2009 -- North Korea accused the US and South Korea of provoking a new war, and warned it will "wipe out" aggressors if a conflict breaks out.
North Korea Warns of Nuclear Retaliation VOA 25 Jun 2009 -- North Korean state media condemned a US pledge to provide nuclear defense to South Korea.
Ever-Growing Danger of War KCNA 25 Jun 2009 -- The U.S. imperialists had started the Korean war in an attempt to realize their wild dream of domination over the whole of Korea on June 25, 1950, just 59 years ago.
Washington extends sanctions on N.Korea for further year RIA Novosti 25 Jun 2009 -- US President Obama extended sanctions against North Korea for one more year as the reclusive country is still considered a threat.
Pyongyang Mass Rally Marks Day of Struggle against U.S. Imperialism KCNA 25 Jun 2009 -- Pyongyang mass rally was held on the occasion of "June 25, the day of the struggle against U.S. imperialism."
Report: Kim Jong Il's Son Appointed as Head of Spy Agency VOA 24 Jun 2009 -- S. Korean newspaper: North Korean leader Kim Jong Il has put his youngest son in charge of the country's secret police.
Russia Open to Further Nuclear Talks Without North Korea VOA 24 Jun 2009 -- Russia open to further international discussions on N. Korea's nuclear program, despite Pyongyang's withdrawal from 6-party talks.
Kim Jong Il Enjoys Performance Given by Russian Dance Company KCNA 24 Jun 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il enjoyed a performance given by the Russian State Academic Dance Company.
North Korea closes coastal waters for 16 days over military drills RIA Novosti 23 Jun 2009 -- North Korea is to close for shipping its coastal waters near the port of Wonsan due to military exercises in the area.
North Korea Bans Shipping Off East Coast VOA 23 Jun 2009 -- Japanese coast guard officials say North Korea has banned ships from sailing off its east coast for 16 days starting this Thursday.
Moscow hopes N. Korea stops nuclear tests, starts talks - Lavrov RIA Novosti 23 Jun 2009 -- Moscow hopes talks on Korea's nuclear problem will be resumed and is waiting for Pyongyang to stop nuclear tests.
US Deployment of Forces in Waters around Korean Peninsula KCNA 23 Jun 2009 -- US 7th fleet combat group led by nuclear-powered carrier to immediately go into action in the waters around Korean Peninsula.
KCNA Dismisses Japan's Frantic Anti-DPRK Racket KCNA 23 Jun 2009 -- Japan is vociferating about "adjustment of law" and unilateral "sanctions" in a bid to implement the UNSC "sanctions".
Peace on Korean Peninsula Achievable Only through Struggle KCNA 22 Jun 2009 -- All the Koreans should dynamically turn out in the struggle for peace against war.
DPRK's Principled Stand on Nuclear Issue Favored by Russians KCNA 22 Jun 2009 -- Political figures of Russia expressed full support for the DPRK's principled stand on the nuclear issue.
Obama: US Ready for Any Threat from N. Korea VOA 22 Jun 2009 -- US President: Administration and US military "fully prepared for any contingencies" involving North Korea.
Russia backs five-nation talks on North Korea RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2009 -- Moscow supports the idea of five-party talks on North Korea's nuclear problem to determine further steps in dealing with the current crisis.
S. Korean Minister Says Social Instability Increasing in North VOA 22 Jun 2009 -- South Korea's chief official on North Korea policy says he believes acts of international defiance are aimed at shoring up power at home.
North Korea Weekly (June 15 - 21, 2009) National Intelligence Service
Weekly Report on North Korea No. 948 (June 15 to 21, 2009) ROK Ministry of Unification
North Korea accuses South and U.S. of plotting nuclear war RIA Novosti 21 Jun 2009 -- North Korea has accused the leaders of the United States and South Korea of plotting a nuclear attack on the country at their recent meeting.
North-South Working Contact Made KCNA 19 Jun 2009 -- The north-south working contact for the revision of contracts on the Kaesong Industrial Zone (KIZ) was made in Kaesong on Friday.
45th Anniversary of Kim Jong Il's Start of Work at WPK Central Committee Celebrated KCNA 19 Jun 2009 -- Art performances were given at theatres in Pyongyang and local areas Friday to celebrate the 45th anniversary of General Secretary Kim Jong Il's start of work at the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea.
Significant Day of DPRK Observed KCNA 19 Jun 2009 -- The Korean people and the progressives of the world are significantly celebrating the 45th anniversary of General Secretary Kim Jong Il's start of work at the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (June 19, 1964).
U.S. 'preparing to intercept North Korean ship' RIA Novosti 19 Jun 2009 -- US destroyer getting into position to intercept a flagged N. Korean ship suspected of carrying materials in defiance of UN ban.
Russia monitors N.Korea preparations for missile launch RIA Novosti 19 Jun 2009 -- Russia is monitoring North Korea's preparations for a ballistic missile launch, but does not know when one might take place.
Korea Talks Produce Little Progress on Joint Factory Park VOA 19 Jun 2009 -- Thee future of a joint North-South Korean industrial park is still unclear after the latest round of working level talks between the two sides.
North, South Korea hold talks on future of industrial park RIA Novosti 19 Jun 2009 -- Officials from North and South Korea held a round of talks in Seoul on the future of the Kaesong industrial park.
U.S. Prepares Missile Defense, Continues Shipping Interdictions AFPS 18 Jun 2009 -- US deployed missile defense equipment amid reports alleging that North Korea has threatened to fire a ballistic missile.
US Deploys Defenses for Possible N. Korean Missile Launch VOA 18 Jun 2009 -- US SecDef Gates ordered the deployment of a new missile defense system and a sophisticated tracking radar to Hawaii.
Report: North Korea May Launch Missile Towards Hawaii VOA 18 Jun 2009 -- A Japanese newspaper says N. Korea preparing to launch long-range ballistic missile towards US state of Hawaii in early July.
North Korea may launch missile toward Hawaii in July - paper RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2009 -- North Korea may launch a long-range ballistic missile toward the US state of Hawaii in early July.
Russia plays down North Korea's threats RIA Novosti 18 Jun 2009 -- Russia believes N. Korea's recent warnings of military strikes and all-out war should not be taken literally.
North Korea warns of 'thousand-fold' military retaliation RIA Novosti 17 Jun 2009 -- North Korea warned of an overwhelming military strike against the United States and its allies if they provoke the country.
Russia, China back resumption of six-party talks on N.Korea RIA Novosti 17 Jun 2009 -- Russia and China are in favor of resuming the six-nation talks on the North Korean nuclear problem.
Leading IAEA Members Criticize N. Korean Nuclear Test VOA 17 Jun 2009 -- Leading members of the International Atomic Energy Agency criticized N. Korea's nuclear test and urged Pyongyang to return to talks.
Pentagon: North Korea Missiles Threaten US Homeland VOA 16 Jun 2009 -- Senior U.S. military officials: N. Korea's ballistic missiles could threaten the west coast of the United States in three to five years.
Reports: North Korea Seen Preparing Long Range Missile Sites VOA 16 Jun 2009 -- Japanese and S. Korean news: N.Korea appears to be preparing 2 sites from where long-range missile could be launched.
Remarks by President Obama and President Lee Myung-Bak, 6-16-09 The White House 16 Jun 2009
South Korea Keeps Maritime Vigil Amid Tensions With North VOA 16 Jun 2009 -- Latest tensions over N. Korea's nuclear weapons program is playing out in waters west of the Korean peninsula.
North Korea Must Renounce Nuclear Weapons, Obama, Lee Say AFPS 16 Jun 2009 -- Obama: Given N. Korea’s bellicose threats, it is unacceptable for the nation to possess nuclear weapons.
Missile Defense Reviews to Focus on Current, Long-Term Challenges AFPS 16 Jun 2009 -- North Korea, Iran and other nations and will be major considerations in the US ballistic missile defense review.
Pentagon Spokesman Expresses Hope North Korea Won't Test UN Resolution AFPS 16 Jun 2009 -- US and its international partners have the assets and authorities needed to carry out a UNSC resolution.
Japan unilaterally hits N.Korea with more sanctions RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2009 -- Japan unilaterally imposed sanctions on North Korea, halting all trade in reaction to its recent nuclear test.
Shanghai group condemns North Korea's threats RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2009 -- Russia's president: Group considers recent threats made by North Korea to be unacceptable.
Obama: North Korea Nuclear, Missile Programs a 'Grave Threat' VOA 16 Jun 2009 -- US President Obama: North Korea's nuclear weapon and missile programs are a "grave threat."
KCNA Detailed Report on Truth about Crimes Committed by American Journalists KCNA 16 Jun 2009 -- Detailed report laying bare the facts about the crimes committed by the American journalists.
North Korea says U.S. journalists admit to 'smear' plot RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2009 -- N. Korea: 2 US journalists admitted to shooting a "smear" video on human rights in the country.
US Says N. Korean Nuclear Test Smaller Than First Believed VOA 15 Jun 2009 -- US: A scientific analysis of North Korea's May 25 nuclear test shows it to have had only a fraction of the explosive force first estimated.
US Lawmakers Condemn North Korea's 'Hostile Behavior' Toward South Korea VOA 15 Jun 2009 -- US House of Representatives approved resolution condemning "hostile behavior" by N. Korea.
Leading Russian senator urges caution over N.Korea sanctions RIA Novosti 15 Jun 2009 -- Speaker of upper chamber of Russian parliament: UNSC should be cautious in imposing sanctions against N. Korea.
N Korean Nuclear Threat Expected to Dominate US - South Korea Talks VOA 15 Jun 2009 -- South Korean President Lee Myung-bak has departed for the United States, where he plans to meet with President Obama.
Russia says N.Korea has reduced activity at nuclear facilities RIA Novosti 15 Jun 2009 -- North Korea has scaled down activity at its nuclear facilities after announcing plans for a new nuclear test.
KCNA Snubs U.S. Much Publicized Story about "Counterfeiting" KCNA 15 Jun 2009 -- The US is again floating the fiction of the DPRK's "counterfeiting money."
Mammoth Pyongyang Rally Denounces UNSC "Resolution" KCNA 15 Jun 2009 -- A Pyongyang city rally was held at Kim Il Sung Square Monday to denounce United Nations sanctions.
Kim Yong Nam Sends Congratulatory Message to Iranian President KCNA 15 Jun 2009 -- President Presidium of DPRK Supreme People's Assembly, sent congratulatory message to Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
North Korea Weekly (June 8 - 14, 2009) National Intelligence Service
Weekly Report on North Korea No. 947 (June 8 to 14, 2009) ROK Ministry of Unification
Biden: US Committed to Nokor Sanctions VOA 14 Jun 2009 -- Vice President Biden: US committed to enforcing enhanced U.N. sanctions against North Korea, despite defiant statements from Pyongyang.
North Korea Vows to Make More Nuclear Weapons VOA 14 Jun 2009 -- North Korea has wasted no time in responding angrily to the passage of a new United Nations Security Council resolution.
Lee Myung Bak Group's Anti-DPRK Outbursts Rebuked KCNA 14 Jun 2009 -- Lee Myung Bak: North is "threatening global peace and security."
Kim Jong Il Enjoys Opera "The Dream of the Red Chamber" KCNA 14 Jun 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il enjoyed the opera "The Dream of the Red Chamber" at the Hamhung Grand Theatre.
North Korea vows to wage war in response to isolation attempts RIA Novosti 13 Jun 2009 -- North Korea will respond with war to attempts by the US and its allies to isolate the reclusive state.
DPRK Foreign Ministry Declares Strong Counter- Measures against UNSC's "Resolution 1874" KCNA 13 Jun 2009 -- On June 12, the United Nations Security Council, at the instigation of the U.S., has finally adopted a "resolution on sanctions" against the DPRK over its second nuclear test.
Kim Jong Il Inspects KPA Division Command KCNA 13 Jun 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il inspected the command of 7th Infantry Division of the KPA located in the eastern sector of the front.
Security Council imposes tougher sanctions on DPR Korea UN News Centre 12 Jun 2009 -- UN Security Council imposed tougher sanctions on the DPRK, including a tighter arms embargo and new financial restrictions, following nuclear test.
US Envoy on N. Korea Appeals to Pyongyang to Return to Talks VOA 11 Jun 2009 -- Special representative for North Korea: US and its allies are prepared to take the steps necessary to address growing threat.
North Korean Rhetoric Bears Watching, Gates Says AFPS 11 Jun 2009 -- Defense Secretary Gates: Because it comes from “an unpredictable regime,” bellicose rhetoric from DPRK needs to be watched.
China pushed for 'balanced' UN resolution on N.Korea RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2009 -- China worked to create a balanced UN Security Council resolution on North Korea after its recent nuclear test.
World Powers Agree on UN Sanctions Against North Korea VOA 11 Jun 2009 -- Seven world powers agreed on a draft UN Security Council resolution to expand sanctions against North Korea.
North-South Working Contact Made KCNA 11 Jun 2009 -- The north-south working contact for the revision of contracts on the Kaesong Industrial Zone was made in Kaesong.
N.Korea asks South to hike workers' wages at industrial park RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2009 -- North Korea has demanded that South Korean companies raise wages for North Korean workers at the Kaesong.
North Korea Demands Huge Pay, Rent Increases at Industrial Complex VOA 11 Jun 2009 -- DPRK presented ROK with sharply elevated rent and wage demands for running joint industrial facility inside North.
Measures Taken against A/H1N1 Virus KCNA 11 Jun 2009 -- The DPRK is taking thorough measures to prevent A/H1N1 influenza from coming into the country.
Resolution on N.Korea submitted to UN Security Council RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- Draft resolution containing sanctions has been submitted to a closed session of the UN Security Council.
Report: Russia Knows of North Korean Launch Plans VOA 10 Jun 2009 -- Russia reported to have information on N. Korean plans to launch a ballistic missile, but does not know precise timing of the launch.
U.S. not planning to invade North Korea - special envoy Bosworth RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- US envoy to N. Korea Bosworth: US has no plans to carry out military action in N. Korea or overthrow its government.
Security Council permanent members draw up resolution on N.Korea RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- Permanent members of UNSC have approved a draft resolution in response to North Korea's nuclear test.
Russia says N.Korea ballistic missile launches futile RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- North Korea will gain nothing from new ballistic missile launches.
Russia's UN envoy says "consensus emerging" on N. Korea RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2009 -- Russia's UN envoy: "consensus" was close following talks on a new resolution on North Korea.
U.S. Urged to Give up Hide-and-Seek over Nuclear Issue KCNA 10 Jun 2009 -- US openly trumpeting about the provision of effective "nuclear umbrella" to "protect" its "allies."
Gates Expresses Confidence in U.S. Missile Defenses AFPS 09 Jun 2009 -- Defense Secretary Gates confident the US has the missile defenses in place to defend itself, if necessary.
China urges U.S., S.Korea to adopt diplomatic stance with North RIA Novosti 09 Jun 2009 -- China has called on the US and S. Korea to use a diplomatic approach to resolve disputes with North Korea.
DPRK's Nuclear Test Hailed as Just Measure for Self-Defence KCNA 09 Jun 2009 -- Second underground nuclear test conducted was a measure for self-defence taken to defend the supreme interests of the republic.
North Korea Issues New Warning VOA 09 Jun 2009 -- North Korea says it will use its nuclear weapons both to defend itself and as an offense against those who seek to attack the country.
US Lawmakers Condemn North Korea for Jailing American Journalists VOA 09 Jun 2009 -- North Korea's jailing of two American journalists is being sharply condemned by members of the U.S. Congress.
N.Korea unlikely to quickly release U.S. journalists - analyst RIA Novosti 09 Jun 2009 -- N. Korea unlikely to give in to pressure to release the 2 U.S. journalists detained for border trespass.
Families of American Journalists Ask North Korea for Compassion VOA 09 Jun 2009 -- Families of journalists sentenced by N. Korea to imprisonment have urged Pyongyang to show compassion.
Japan Urged to Pay Heed to DPRK's Warnings KCNA 08 Jun 2009 -- Japan talking about "prompt counter-action" by the UN Security Council in the wake of call for UNSC emergency meeting.
N.Korea closes shipping lanes near port for possible ballistic launch RIA Novosti 08 Jun 2009 -- North Korea is to close shipping channels near Wonsan in possible preparation for missile launch.
Joint U.S., S.Korea forces can repel North's aggression RIA Novosti 08 Jun 2009 -- President Lee: S. Korea confident that any military aggression will be repelled by joint US-South Korean forces.
Clinton Urges 'Clemency' for US Journalists in North Korea VOA 08 Jun 2009 -- US Secretary of State Clinton urged N. Korea to grant clemency for two American journalists sentenced to 12 years in prison.
American Journalists Sentenced to Reform through Labor KCNA 08 Jun 2009 -- The Central Court of the DPRK staged a trial of American journalists Laura Ling and Seung-eun Lee from June 4 to 8.
U.S. journalists get 12 years hard labor in North Korea RIA Novosti 08 Jun 2009 -- A North Korean high court has sentenced two U.S. journalists to 12 years of hard labor for illegally crossing the country's border.
N. Korea Sentences US Journalists to 12 Years Labor VOA 08 Jun 2009 -- North Korea has handed a harsh sentence to 2 US journalists, more than 2 months after it captured them for illegally crossing border.
N. Korean leader stages Russian opera Yevgeny Onegin RIA Novosti 08 Jun 2009 -- N. Korean leader Kim Jong Il has directed a staging of Yevgeny Onegin.
Weekly Report on North Korea No. 946 (June 1 to 7, 2009) ROK Ministry of Unification
North Korea Weekly (June 1 - 7, 2009) ROK National Intelligence Service
US Mulling Options on North Korea Nukes VOA 07 Jun 2009 -- The Obama administration says it will consider putting North Korea back on the list of state sponsors of terrorism, and is pressing for a U.N. resolution authorizing the boarding of North Korean ships to search for nuclear materials.
Kim Jong Il Guides Creation of Opera "Evgeni Onegin" KCNA 07 Jun 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il gave guidance to the creation of opera "Evgeni Onegin".
Kim Jong Il Visits Kosan Fruit Farm KCNA 07 Jun 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il gave field guidance to the Kosan Fruit Farm.
Kim Jong Il Enjoys Performance Given by Art Groups of Families of KPA Servicemen KCNA 05 Jun 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il enjoyed together with KPA servicepersons a performance given by the art groups of families of servicemen of KPA Unit 583 and Unit 3154 of the Korean People's Security Forces who took part in the second round of the second-term contest among art groups of families of KPA servicemen.
Kim Jong Il Provides Field Guidance to Industrial Establishments in Tanchon City KCNA 05 Jun 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il provided field guidance to industrial establishments in Tanchon City.
Full Display of Revolutionary Soldier Spirit Called for KCNA 05 Jun 2009 -- The revolutionary soldier spirit created by the Korean People's Army serves as ideological and moral pabulum to make people strong in ideology and faith.
North Korean Nuclear, Missile Tests Stir US Debate VOA 05 Jun 2009 -- DPRK's underground nuclear test renewed debate in Washington about how to deal with regimes seeking to become nuclear powers.
UN Security Council 'close' to adopting resolution on N. Korea RIA Novosti 05 Jun 2009 -- Permanent members of the UNSC 'close' to passing draft resolution on DPRK which includes new sanctions.
North Korea Remains Silent on Trial of US Journalists VOA 05 Jun 2009 -- North Korea remained silent on the fate of two female American journalists being tried on charges that could send them to a labor camp.
Koreas to discuss joint industrial park, South Korean worker RIA Novosti 05 Jun 2009 -- Pyongyang and Seoul have agreed to meet at joint industrial park to discuss the future for the complex.
North, South Korea to Discuss Troubled Joint Factory Project VOA 05 Jun 2009 -- North and South Korea have arranged a meeting next week to discuss operations at a troubled joint industrial zone.
Medvedev ready to back sanctions against N.Korea RIA Novosti 04 Jun 2009 -- Russian President Medvedev ready to support economic sanctions to deter North Korea's nuclear program.
South Korea accuses North of violating sea border RIA Novosti 04 Jun 2009 -- South Korea accused North Korea of violating the western sea border between the countries.
US Journalists Face Trial in North Korea VOA 04 Jun 2009 -- Two American journalists are facing trial in North Korea on charges of illegally entering the country and hostile acts.
Security Council text on DPR Korea nuclear tests expected this week UN News Centre 03 Jun 2009 -- President of UNSC: Draft resolution on the nuclear and ballistic missile tests by the DPRK in a few days.
US Hopes to Dissuade North Korea from Nuclear Path VOA 03 Jun 2009 -- High-level American envoys visiting Seoul cooperating with regional allies to dissuade North Korea from the path of nuclear weaponry.
Russian UN envoy says 'no economic embargo' against N. Korea RIA Novosti 03 Jun 2009 -- New UN Security Council resolution will include additional sanctions but will not introduce an economic embargo.
Kim Jong Il Enjoys Performance Given by Art Groups of Families of KPA Servicemen KCNA 03 Jun 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il enjoyed a performance given by the members of the art groups of families of servicemen of KPA Units 264 and 604.
North Korean Leader Chooses Successor Amid Signs of More Brinkmanship VOA 02 Jun 2009 -- The North Korean leader has apparently chosen person who will eventually succeed him.
UK pressing for new sanctions against North Korea IRNA 02 Jun 2009 -- British government is pressing for further sanctions to be imposed after DPRK carried out nuclear tests.
Russian UN envoy backs 'strong' response to N.Korea nuclear test RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2009 -- The international community should give a "strong" response to North Korea's nuclear test.
China Withholds Talk Tough Toward North Korea VOA 02 Jun 2009 -- China remains firmly opposed to North Korea's recent nuclear tests, but a Chinese official is offering no support any new UN sanctions.
North Korea prepares for medium-range missile launch RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2009 -- North Korea's military appears to be making preparations for a medium-range missile launch from the country's east coast.
N.Korea prepares ballistic test, boosts military on west coast RIA Novosti 01 Jun 2009 -- North Korea has transported an intercontinental ballistic missile to a new launch site.
South Korea, ASEAN Condemn North Korean Nuclear Test VOA 01 Jun 2009 -- ROK President Lee and leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations have called on DPRK to give up its nuclear ambitions.
Kim Jong Il Enjoys Performance Given by Art Groups of Families of KPA Servicemen KCNA 01 Jun 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il enjoyed a performance given by the members of the art groups of families of servicemen of Unit 529 and the Navy Command of the KPA.

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