China criticizes North Korea over ballistic missile launch | NK News
July 17, 2024
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China criticizes North Korea over ballistic missile launch

Xinhua editorial warns North Korea of consequences, calls for return to negotiation table

China has condemned North Korea’s decision to launch a ballistic missile on Friday in an editorial published by Beijing’s official news agency, Xinhua.

North Korea launched the BM-25, Musudan missile to mark the birthday of its inaugural leader Kim Il Sung, a move that Xinhua condemned as “saber-rattling.”

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