North Korean Military Satellite Rocket Explodes and Crashes into Sea

North Korea's attempt to launch a military satellite ended in failure as the rocket exploded midair shortly after takeoff, crashing into the sea. The incident, attributed to a malfunction in a newly developed engine, has heightened regional tensions and violated multiple UN Security Council resolutions. Neighboring countries Japan and South Korea were informed of the planned launch, which occurred shortly after trilateral meetings between South Korea, Japan, and China.