Infographics: Tensions loom over North Korea

Published On: April 18, 2017 12:05 AM NPT By: Republica | @RepublicaNepal

Republica

We are a team of professional management and journalists — one of the best in the Nepali media. Our duty toward our readers is to provide them with impartial news, bold views, in-depth analysis and thought-provoking commentary. We shall do this without fear or favor, and we shall be guided by nothing but our conscience.
news@myrepublica.com

America’s Carl Vinson carrier strike group is moving toward the North Korean coast amid heightened concerns that Pyongyang is about to conduct its sixth nuclear weapons test within days.

Since the start of 2017 the isolated regime has already carried out at least seven ballistic missile test launches and also appears to be continuing the design and development of nuclear payloads, reports Joseph Dempsey of the International Institute for Strategic Studies.

Pyongyang has repeatedly warned that it aims to test an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) or conduct another underground nuclear test. Analysts say one could come as soon as April 15—the anniversary of the birth of state founder Kim Il Sung.

The possibility of U.S. military action against North Korea in response to such a test emerged as an option following last week’s U.S. strikes against Syria.

Source: Graphic News