North tests missile after it's leader dies
12.19.11 |
North Korea is pledging to increase its military capability in response to the death of its leader Kim Jong-il. There are reports from neighboring South Korea that the North has test-fired a short-range missile off its eastern coast. The Yonhap news agency says today's test is not believed to be linked to the passing of Kim Jong-il.
North Korea's ruling party has dubbed the late communist leader's youngest son as his successor but there are questions about his leadership abilities.
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