North Korean Satellite Rocket Explodes Mid-Flight
TL;DR
North Korea's attempt to launch a second spy satellite failed when the rocket exploded mid-flight, according to state media. The incident was confirmed by South Korea and Japan, who reported debris falling into the Yellow Sea. The failed launch, which North Korea attributed to issues with a newly developed liquid fuel rocket motor, drew condemnation from South Korea, the US, and Japan for violating UN Security Council resolutions and threatening regional security.
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- North Korea says rocket carrying satellite exploded mid-flight Al Jazeera English
- Video appears to show North Korean rocket burst into flames CNN
- South Korea says video shows North Korea’s failed satellite launch The Indian Express
- North Korea says its latest satellite launch exploded in flight CNBC
- North Korea Launches Long-Range Rocket Carrying Satellite The New York Times
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