In a setback for North Korea’s space ambitions, the country’s first attempt at launching a military spy satellite ended in failure. South Korea’s military confirmed that wreckage from the carrier rocket was found in its western waters, indicating a failed launch.
According to the Korean Central News Agency, North Korea’s state media agency, an “accident” occurred during the launch of the military reconnaissance satellite. The English version of their website stated that the carrier rocket, named “Chollima-1,” experienced thrust loss due to abnormal starting of the second-stage engine after the separation of the first stage during normal flight. The state media attributed the failure to the low reliability and stability of the new-type engine system used in the carrier rocket, as well as the unstable nature of the fuel employed.
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South Korean officials reported that they are currently in the process of recovering what appears to be wreckage from the “space launch vehicle” launched by North Korea. Meanwhile, South Korea, Japan, and the United States condemned the launch, emphasizing that it violated a United Nations Security Council resolution.
The U.S.’s National Security Council released a statement calling for an immediate halt to North Korea’s provocative actions and urging the country to choose engagement instead. While stating that diplomacy remains an option, the U.S. made it clear that it would take all necessary measures to ensure the security of the American homeland, as well as the defense of its allies in South Korea and Japan.
Despite the failure of their first attempt, North Korea’s state media announced that they would make a second launch “as soon as possible” after addressing the “serious defects” identified during Wednesday’s launch. South Korean and Japanese officials acknowledged the possibility of an imminent launch from Pyongyang, expressing concerns about North Korea’s consistent efforts to strengthen its nuclear and missile capabilities.
With North Korea’s determination to enhance its military capabilities, including missile and nuclear advancements, the international community remains on alert. The failed satellite launch has further heightened tensions in the region, leading to increased speculation about North Korea’s next move. As the situation unfolds, neighboring countries and the global community will closely monitor developments on the Korean Peninsula.
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