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.

In South Korea, Mixed Reaction to Bush

President Bush’s visit sharpened a political divide in Seoul, where middle-aged Christians and veterans waved U.S. flags, while young South Koreans battled riot police.