North Korean nuclear test
North Korea conducts third nuclear test in challenge to global community
North Korea followed through on its threats and conducted its third nuclear test on Tuesday, Monday night in the United States, believed to be its most powerful to date. The test was roundly criticized, even by North Korea’s lone ally, China. A United Nations Security Council meeting has been called.
Reports: North Korea agrees to suspend some nuclear activities in exchange for food aid
Relationships between North Korea and the United States may have thawed dramatically on Wednesday with the U.S. State Department and North Korea’s state-run media announcing a suspension of nuclear enrichment in exchange for U.S. food aid.
Top of the Hour: North Korea Flexes Missile Muscle, Morning Headlines
North Korea has test fired three short-range missiles. Officials in South Korea confirmed the tests, saying the missiles were fired into eastern waters, with a range of about 75 miles. This latest round of tests comes as the North tries to consolidate power around new leader, Kim Jong-un.
Top of the Hour: Unconfirmed Report Says North Korea Conducted Missile Test, Morning Headlines
A South Korean news agency reported Monday morning that North Korea conducted a short-range missile test hours after announcing the death of leader Kim Jong-il. South Korea’s military would not confirm the report.