N. Korea rocket launch violates Security Council ban - Russia
"Security Council resolution 1874 bans Pyongyang from conducting any launch, either for military or civilian purposes, using ballistic missile technology," the Ministry pointed out in a statement. "We expect that a diplomatic and political solution will be found for this complicated situation."
"Security Council resolution 1874 bans Pyongyang from conducting any launch, either for military or civilian purposes, using ballistic missile technology," the Ministry pointed out in a statement. "We expect that a diplomatic and political solution will be found for this complicated situation."
Earlier on Tuesday, the representative of Russia`s General Staff stated the country`s missile and air defense forces are ready to destroy the rocket if it departs from its trajectory and poses a threat to Russian territory. However, they will not be put on alert for the expected launch.
North Korea says everything is now ready for the launch, which is due to coincide with the 100th anniversary celebrations of the country`s founder, Kim Il-sung. The country insists it has a sovereign right to launch the rocket for peaceful purposes.