Martin Barillas
Spero News
2/12/2013
North Korea defied international warnings on February 12 and carried out its third nuclear test, drawing immediate condemnation from leaders around the globe. Pyongyang said the “successful” test was in response to what it called the “reckless hostility” of the United States, which has led the global charge toward expanding sanctions against the communist state. South Korea is now on alert.
State media said the underground test used a lighter, smaller nuclear bomb with greater explosive force than previous tests – raising fears Pyongyang has achieved a breakthrough in miniaturizing the technology.
Following the test, the North’s Foreign Ministry defiantly warned of unspecified additional measures. South Korea has already placed its military on alert and hinted at the possibility of additional North Korean nuclear tests or missile launches on Tuesday. The U.N. Security Council held an emergency meeting today in New York to discuss the test, which prompted an outpouring of global criticism. U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon immediately condemned the “deeply destabilizing” test, calling it a “clear and grave violation” of international sanctions.
President Barack Obama called the test “highly provocative,” saying it threatens U.S. security and international peace. He called for “swift and credible” action by the international community…
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