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US to introduce new UN resolution to strengthen sanctions on N Korea: Envoy
The US will introduce a new UNSC resolution that will update and strengthen sanctions against North Korea in the wake of Pyongyang test firing a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM)
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G7 countries condemn launch of ballistic missiles by North Korea
G7 nations have condemned the continued testing of ballistic missiles by North Korea, including the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) launch conducted on Thursday (Local Time)
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India deplores launch of ICBM by North Korea, calls for peace, security
India at UNSC deplored the recent launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and called for dialogue on issues in the Korean Peninsula.
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China, Russia cool to US aim for more N Korea sanctions after missile test
North Korea's test of a big new ICBM prompted the United States to press Friday for stiffer UN sanctions, but China and Russia showed little appetite for tightening restrictions
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US to call for new UN sanctions against North Korea after missile test
The United States said on Friday it would seek tougher UN Security Council sanctions on North Korea after it test-fired its biggest intercontinental ballistic missile
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No-confidence vote: Pakistan PM Imran Khan gets a weekend breather
Pakistan National Assembly's crucial session on a no-trust motion against embattled PM Imran Khan was adjourned on Friday without tabling of the resolution, amid vociferous protests from opposition
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North Korea says it test-fired biggest ICBM, US adds sanctions
The launch extended a barrage of weapons demonstrations this year that analysts say are aimed at forcing the United States to accept the idea of North Korea as a nuclear power
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Explainer: What made North Korea test giant new ICBM?
North Korea is showing signs that it may be restoring tunnels at its nuclear testing ground that it detonated in 2018
US sanctions firms, individuals in Russia, China, N Korea for proliferation
The Iran, Noroth Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act authorize the US to impose sanctions against foreign individuals, private entities, and governments that engage in proliferation activities
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US, Japan and South Korea condemn North Korea's missile launch
North Korea tested what is believed to be its first intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) in more than four years that splashed down in waters off Japan's western coast on Thursday
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North Korea confirms test-firing of biggest ICBM Hwasong-17
The agency claimed the test met desired technical objectives and proved that the ICBM system would be promptly operated during wartime conditions
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N Korea's Kim Jong Un issues order for test-launch of new ballistic missile
The test-launch of a new type ICBM Hwasongpho-17 of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) strategic forces was conducted under the direct guidance of DPRK leader Kim Jong Un
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North Korea tests largest ICBM, US condemns return to long-range launches
'This launch is a brazen violation of multiple UNSC resolutions and needlessly raises tensions and risks destabilising the security situation in the region,' says White House press secretary
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North Korea fires suspected missile into sea, says neighbours' militaries
North Korea fired at least one suspected ballistic missile toward the sea, its neighbours' militaries said, apparently extending its barrage of weapons tests
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World Food Programme extends North Korea aid programme until 2023
The World Food Programme (WFP) revealed that it has extended the aid programme for North Korea by a year until the end of 2023, with strict border restrictions against the Covid-19 pandemic in place.
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N Korea works with all kinds of cyber criminals, including Russians: US NSA
North Korea possesses significant cyber capabilities and works with all kinds of cyber criminals including those from Russia, US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said
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North Korea fires artillery into sea days after missile launch
North Korea fired suspected artillery pieces into sea, South Korea's military said, days after North's latest missile launch ended in failure amid country's recent burst of weapons testing activity
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India, Japan discuss nuclear threats in Indo-Pacific region
Kishida condemned North Korea's ballistic missile launches, saying that they are destabilising the region
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N Korea's missile exploded in air in failed launch: S Korean military
A North Korean missile exploded in mid-air in an apparent failed launch on Wednesday, South Korea's military said, amid speculation that North may soon launch its biggest long-range missile
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North Korea fires 'unidentified projectile', says Japanese Defence Ministry
North Korea launched an 'unidentified projectile' what is believed to be a ballistic missile, NHK reported on Wednesday citing Japanese Defense Ministry sources
