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Behind North Korea's Rocket Launch

Behind North Korea's Rocket Launch

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Dec 13, 2012
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North Korea threw the world a curveball by launching its rocket yesterday, just two days after announcing a delay until December 29 due to technical deficiencies. The timing of the launch is puzzling and abrupt given the failed launch in April and that leadership transitions in North Korea?s neighboring countries have not been solidified.

Why did the Nor…

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