North Korea's ballistic missile “a serious threat of a different dimension” Minister of Defense, Kishi

Regarding the ballistic missile launched by North Korea on the 24th, Minister of Defense Kishi said at a press conference after the cabinet meeting that the new ICBM = intercontinental ballistic missile class, which was first confirmed at a press conference, could cover the entire United States and they said, "It's a serious threat of a different dimension than before."

Among them, Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi confirmed the ballistic missile launched by North Korea on the 24th, the same type as the one launched on February 27 and March 5, for the first time at the North Korean military parade in October. The analysis that it is a new type of ICBM class was revealed.

On top of that, the fact that the maximum altitude of this missile is estimated to exceed 6000 km “If you simply calculate it considering a normal trajectory, it depends on the weight of the warhead, but I think the range could exceeds 15,000 km.” he said, recognizing that the entire territory, including the east coast of the United States, could be included in the range.

Minister Kishi expressed, “It is a serious threat to the peace and stability of the international community, which is different from the series of launches so far. It is an act of turning away from the international community in violation of the related UN Security Council resolution, and is categorically condemned for unforgivable violence.”

Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno "There is a possibility that further provocation will be issued"

Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno said at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, “It is a serious threat of a different dimension than before. It is extremely problematic and dangerous to land at a point about 150 kilometers from the mainland without any prior notice.”

“North Korea seems to have the same intention to pursue a longer range of ballistic missiles, and it is still possible that it will continue its stance to continue activities for the development of nuclear and ballistic missiles, and it is possible that further provocations will be issued.” He stated that he would work closely with the United States and other countries to collect information and make every effort to monitor and monitor information.

Meanwhile, the United Nations Security Council is coordinating to hold an emergency meeting to discuss how to respond to this missile launch. “I hope that the Security Council will discuss North Korea's nuclear and missile issues appropriately and send a powerful and clear message.”

Secretary General of the Liberal Democratic Party, Hiroshige Seko, "Threats the Peace and Security of the International Community"

Liberal Democratic Party Secretary-General Hiroshige Seko said at a press conference, "It's an outrage and I want to blame it strongly. It threatens the peace and security of the international community and violates UN resolutions as the world is confused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. So, I cannot forgive it categorically. It is important to cooperate with each country and take stronger measures than ever before. "

Liberal Democratic Party Chairman Sato "Strong Measures Including Sanctions"

Liberal Democratic Party Chairman Sato said at a Liberal Democratic Party meeting on the morning of the 25th. “It is said that the stage has definitely risen one step. The Sea of ​​Japan is like a missile test site, and the landing point this time is about 150 km from the Oshima Peninsula in Japan, which is the closest to ever. Such a violence cannot be forgiven. It is necessary to take strong measures, including sanctions, not just protests, mainly in Japan and the United States.” He stated.

Komeito Yamaguchi "Strong cooperation with the international community is important"

Komeito representative Yamaguchi said at the party's House of Councilors General Assembly, “We must categorically condemn the act for clearly violating the UN Security Council resolution. They carried out such a violence when Prime Minister Kishida went abroad. This is extremely malicious, and strong cooperation with the G7 and other international communities is important.”

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