Tensions High After North Korea , Test-Fires Another, Intercontinental Missile.
On July 12, North Korea fired an, intercontinental ballistic missile , into waters near Japan.
CNN reports that the missile flew for over 70 minutes, which represents an advancement on similar missiles fired by North Korea earlier this year in March and April.
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CNN reports that the missile flew for over 70 minutes, which represents an advancement on similar missiles fired by North Korea earlier this year in March and April.
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The launch reportedly marks a new escalation in North Korea's ongoing confrontation with the United States and its allies.
Earlier this week, Pyongyang threatened to shoot down military reconnaissance aircraft belonging to the U.S. .
North Korea claims that the aircraft are engaged in "hostile espionage" near its territory.
CNN reports that the news comes amid heightened tensions as South Korea and the U.S. have increased their defense cooperation.
The launch also coincides with a NATO summit in Lithuania.
The summit, which includes leaders from Japan, South Korea and the U.S., revolves around security issues, including the continuing threat of North Korea.
The summit, which includes leaders from Japan, South Korea and the U.S., revolves around security issues, including the continuing threat of North Korea.
North Korea’s launch seems to be its second test of the Hwasong-18 ICBM which was first fired on April 13, Kim Dong-yub, Professor at the University of North Korean Studies, via CNN.
North Korea seems to be continuously advancing the missile technology based on the first test launch result, Kim Dong-yub, Professor at the University of North Korean Studies, via CNN
