intercontinental ballistic missile
North Korea fired an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) that landed close to Japan on Wednesday.
The U.S chief of staff said on Thursday that North Korea's July 4 test of an intercontinental ballistic missile showed its capabilities advancing faster than expected.
Japan, the United States and South Korea agreed on Thursday to push for China to play a larger role in reining in North Korea's nuclear ambitions.
The Pentagon said on Tuesday it was prepared to defend the United States and its allies against the growing threat from North Korea.
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