South Korea's spy agency says that North Korea may conduct a missile test in the near future.
KBS: N. Korea Possibly Preparing New Missile, Nuclear Tests
The National Intelligence Service(NIS) raised the possibility on Thursday during a closed parliamentary audit, citing "active movement" of vehicles around the missile research facility in Pyongyang.
The NIS also said that the North is likely to begin reprocessing spent fuel rods at its main nuclear complex in Yongbyon late this year.
The spy agency reported that the North has yet to secure atmospheric reentry technology, a key element to complete its intercontinental ballistic missile(ICBM) program.
A lawmaker who attended the audit said that the NIS estimates North Korea is feeling pressure to conduct additional nuclear tests late this year or next year.
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WNU Editor: It would not surprise me if North Korea conducts a missile test when President Trump is in Japan or in South Korea.
More News On South Korea's Spy Agency Raising The Possibility Of Additional North Korean Nuclear And Missile Tests
Spy agency raises possibility of additional N. Korean nuke, missile tests -- The Korea Herald
Fears North Korea is readying another missile test after 'brisk activity' at nuclear research facility -- NEWS.com.au
Activity suggests North Korea preparing for a missile test, report says -- CNN
North Korea is getting busy at its missile facilities as Trump heads to Asia -- Quartz
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