North korea breaking news

Here are some recent breaking news stories related to North Korea:

Latest Developments:

North Korea has launched a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) capable of reaching the entire United States, according to South Korean and Japanese officials. The missile was launched on Wednesday morning and flew over Japan, prompting a warning from the Japanese government to residents to take cover. (Source: CNN)
The United States and South Korea have begun joint military exercises in response to North Korea's missile launch. The exercises, which include air and ground forces, are designed to demonstrate the allies' ability to defend against North Korean aggression. (Source: Reuters)
North Korea has accused the United States of "aggravating" the situation on the Korean Peninsula by conducting joint military exercises with South Korea. The North Korean government has also threatened to take "further action" if the exercises continue. (Source: BBC)

Recent Events:

On October 2, North Korea launched a ballistic missile that flew over Japan and landed in the Pacific Ocean. The launch was condemned by the United Nations Security Council, which called it a "grave threat" to international peace and security. (Source: Al Jazeera)
On September 15, North Korea conducted a nuclear test, claiming it had developed a more powerful hydrogen bomb. The test was widely condemned by the international community, with many countries calling for increased sanctions against North Korea. (Source: The New York Times)
On August 29, North Korea launched a ballistic missile that flew over the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido. The launch was the first time a North Korean missile had flown over Japan since 2017. (Source: The Guardian)

Background:

North Korea has been pursuing a nuclear weapons program for decades, and has conducted numerous nuclear tests and ballistic missile launches in recent years.
The country's leader, Kim Jong-un, has vowed to develop a nuclear deterrent to protect North Korea from what he sees as a threat from the United States and its allies.
The international community has imposed increasingly strict sanctions on North Korea in an effort to curb its nuclear and ballistic missile programs.
The situation on the Korean Peninsula remains highly volatile, with tensions between North Korea and the United States and South Korea at a high level.

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