SEOUL -- North Korea's announcement Monday of successful test launches of a new cruise missile appears to add to the country's ability to strike Japan and other targets in the region, emphasizing Pyongyang's military buildup ahead of talks among the U.S. and its East Asian allies.
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The new missile did not make an appearance at last week's parade marking the 73rd anniversary of North Korea's founding. (KCNA via Reuters)
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