North Korea in satellite tribute to former leader Kim

North Korea said today it would launch a long-range rocket mounted with a satellite in honour of late president Kim Il Sung’s April birthday.

North Korea in satellite tribute to former leader Kim
Fri, 16 Mar, 2012 - 08:28

North Korea said today it would launch a long-range rocket mounted with a satellite in honour of late president Kim Il Sung’s April birthday.

A spokesman for the Korean Committee for Space Technology made the announcement in a statement carried by state media.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

Benefit image

Introductory offer. Annual billed once for first year. Monthly (discount first 3 months) billed monthly, then €10/month. Ts&Cs apply.

More in this section

Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, says UN commission of inquiry Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, says UN commission of inquiry
Donald Trump Donald Trump files $15bn defamation lawsuit against New York Times
APTOPIX Israel Palestinians Gaza Israel’s defence minister says ‘Gaza is burning’ after heavy strikes overnight
CourtsNorth KoreaPlace: North PhyonganPerson: KimPerson: Kim Il SungOrganisation: North KoreaOrganisation: Korean Committee for Space TechnologyOrganisation: USOrganisation: South KoreaOrganisation: United Nations Security Council
<p>Displaced Palestinians carry their belongings as they flee northern Gaza along the coastal road toward the south, as Israel announced an expanded operation in Gaza City, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Abdel Kareem Hana)</p>

Israel launches ground offensive deep inside Gaza City

READ NOW

Latest

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited