In an unconfirmed report, North Korea today carried out a widely criticised rocket launch, seen by many in the international community as a disguised ballistic missile test. South Korean defence officials said the rocket was fired from a west coast launch pad but there was no immediate word if the rocket was successful. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity, citing office rules. North Korea had indicated technical problems with the rocket and extended its launch window.
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