North Korea says second attempt to launch spy satellite failed

Its first attempt in May also ended in failure when the new Chollima-1 rocket crashed into the sea. Read more at straitstimes.com.

SEOUL/TOKYO - North Korea said that its second attempt to place a spy satellite in orbit failed on Thursday, but vowed to try again in October, state media reported.The nuclear-armed country has been seeking to place what would be its first military spy satellite into orbit, saying it eventually plans a fleet of satellites to monitor moves by US and South Korean troops.

About 20 minutes following the alert, the Japanese government followed up with a notice that the missile had passed through towards the Pacific Ocean and lifted the emergency warning. A US official, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed the US military was aware of the North Korean launch but declined to offer details.Pyongyang has said it needs a military reconnaissance satellite to boost monitoring of US military activities.

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