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Saturday, May 30, 2009
North Korea Is Warned by Gates on Testing
The defense secretary warned North Korea that the U.S. will not accept it as a nuclear-armed state.
Gates to Reassure Allies in Asia Over North Korea
Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said that the United States had detected no unusual military movement in North Korea, and had no plans to reinforce American forces in South Korea.
South Korea and U.S. Raise Alert Level
The move was the latest sign of escalating tensions after North Korea conducted its second nuclear test on Monday.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Opinion: North Korea Misfires
Global reaction to the nuclear test is likely to be swift and unforgiving. The repeated provocations will have diminishing returns for Pyongyang.
North Korea Threatens Military Strikes on South
North Korea said it would retaliate if its ships were stopped as part of a U.S.-led anti-proliferation effort.
South Koreans Express Fatigue With a Recalcitrant North
After years of hope that relations with the North would thaw if the South tried to coax it into engagement, regional experts and others speak of growing disenchantment.
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Leadership Mystery Amid N. Korea’s Nuclear Work
Political uncertainty and Kim Jong-il’s questionable health are two of the issues that contribute to a diplomatic challenge facing the Obama administration.
North Korea Is Said to Test-Fire 3 More Missiles
North Korea fired three missiles into the sea near Japan and said it was “fully ready for battle” against the United States.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Test Delivers a Message for Domestic Audience
As North Korea announced the detonation of a nuclear device, its primary audience may be its own population.
Tested Early by North Korea, Obama Has Few Options
President Obama’s aides say he is seeking a tougher U.S. response than after North Korea’s 2006 nuclear test, but much will depend on Russia and China.
Governments Urge Security Council Action
North Korea’s nuclear test drew protests and threats to punish the regime in Pyongyang with tighter sanctions.
Seismic Readings Appear to Point to a Small Nuclear Test
Despite initial reports, it will be days or weeks before it can be determined if the test was successful and if it was a nuclear detonation.
Monday, May 25, 2009
North Korea Claims to Conduct 2nd Nuclear Test
North Korea said it had successfully conducted its second nuclear test, raising the stakes in the effort to get the nation to give up its nuclear weapons program.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
South Korea grants 'right to die'
South Korea's Supreme Court has upheld a landmark ruling giving a brain-dead woman the right to die.
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North Korea Is Warned by Gates on Testing
Gates to Reassure Allies in Asia Over North Korea
South Korea and U.S. Raise Alert Level
Opinion: North Korea Misfires
North Korea Threatens Military Strikes on South
South Koreans Express Fatigue With a Recalcitrant ...
Leadership Mystery Amid N. Korea’s Nuclear Work
North Korea Is Said to Test-Fire 3 More Missiles
Test Delivers a Message for Domestic Audience
Tested Early by North Korea, Obama Has Few Options
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