North Korea test fires two more Ballistic Missiles
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PYONGYANG: US officials claimed that North Korea test fired two mid range ballistic missiles with a range of 800 km from the eastern coast.
US defence officials claimed that the Pyongyang launched Rodong missiles with a maximum capability of 1300 km which could hit South Korea.
The missiles were launched from road mobile vehicles which fall into the water.
South Korea claimed that Pyongyang is speeding up its nuclear programme.
North Korea’s move came a day after of US President imposed toughest sanctions against North Korea which were opposed by China.
The situation got worse after North’s nuclear test on Feb. 6 and satellite launch with a long range ballistic missile technology on Feb.7.
Obama said “The US and global community will not tolerate North Korea’s illicit nuclear and ballistic missile activities, and we will continue to impose sanctions on North Korea until it comes into compliance with its international obligations.”
