N Korea at crossroads

North Korean satellite reported to be in orbit, likely with Russian help

Pyongyang ups military technology capabilities as U.S. is distracted by crises

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North Korea's Chollima-1 rocket is prepared to launch the Malligyong-1 satellite. (Photo courtesy of Korean Central News Agency)

JUNNOSUKE KOBARA, Nikkei staff writer
November 23, 2023 01:59 JST

SEOUL -- A North Korea spy satellite that was launched Tuesday has entered orbit, South Korea defense officials said Wednesday, while analysts have said that Russia helped upgrade Pyongyang's launch capabilities.

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