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North Korea Confirms Launch Of Missile From Submarine

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The country's fifth missile test since September

North Korea has confirmed the launch of a missile from a submarine.

It is the country's fifth weapons test since September.

Officials in Pyongyang say they are aiming to boost the North Korean military's underwater capabilities.

They hope it will put pressure on the US and South Korea, to abandon international sanctions and military drills.

 

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