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Korea: North Korea fires ballistic missile

North Korea has fired another ballistic missile into the sea, according to South Korea and Japan. The launch came shortly after a fierce statement from Kim Jong Un's sister against South Korea.

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Korea: North Korea fires ballistic missile

North Korea launched a ballistic missile off its east coast on Saturday morning, according to South Korean and Japanese reports. The missile was launched from the Wonsan area at around 6:30am local time. The Japanese Coast Guard warned shipping in the region that the missile had apparently fallen. South Korea's presidential office held an emergency National Security Council meeting after the launch and increased surveillance for possible further missile tests.

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