North Korea stated that she successfully launched a military satellite in space-media (photo)
The DPRK stated that the operation used the launcher of sohay in the northwest of the country, near the border with China. According to journalists, other countries have already responded. Yes, Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishid condemned the launch of a satellite, who, in addition, flew over Okinawa's prefecture, and then continued his movement towards the Pacific.
It is reported that the Government of Japan has decided to declare a short -term extraordinary warning, and the inhabitants of the prefecture were urged to go into shelter. The material states that in 2023, North Korea has tried twice to bring its military satellite into the orbit of the Earth, but all previous attempts were unsuccessful. Pyongyang warned Tokyo that a third attempt was being prepared, but the launch occurred earlier than the deadline.
"Even if the purpose is to launch a satellite, the use of ballistic missiles technology is a clear violation of relevant councils," Kishid said. Also reacted in the United States. The White House called the DPRK's "arrogant violation" of several UN resolutions. South Korea also stated that it would restore observation along its border with the north. It should be reminded that on November 15 it was reported that the DPRK conducted a "new type" test of a solid fuel engine for ballistic missiles.