April 30, 2024
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N.Korea’s neighbors oppose rocket launch

U.S., S.Korea define launch as 'missile,' China says it's for 'space development' despite opposition

The U.S. and China have warned North Korea not to launch a rocket or conduct a nuclear test, while South Korea repeated that there have been no clear signals of a pending rocket launch.

White House spokesperson Josh Earnest on Tuesday confirmed the U.S. position that it will not recognize North Korea as a nuclear state.

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