Exclusive: North Korea Tells China Of Preparations For Fresh Nuclear Test - Source -- Reuters
North Korea has told its key ally, China, that it is prepared to stage one or even two more nuclear tests this year in an effort to force the United States into diplomatic talks, said a source with direct knowledge of the message.
Further tests could also be accompanied this year by another rocket launch, said the source, who has direct access to the top levels of government in both Beijing and Pyongyang.
North Korea conducted its third nuclear test on Tuesday, drawing global condemnation and a stern warning from the United States that it was a threat and a provocation.
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MIDDLE EAST
Syrian rebels claim near control of a key province.
Around 40,000 flee heavy fighting in east Syria: U.N..
Hopes for Syrian negotiations disappear as two sides reject Russian overture.
U.N. Security Council warns against arms transfers to Yemen.
Anti-government protests continue in Iraq.
NASA study finds that Middle East's water is disappearing fast.
Exclusive: Big powers to offer easing gold sanctions at Iran nuclear talks.
Exclusive: Turkey to Iran gold trade wiped out by new U.S. sanction.
Iranian company tried to smuggle nuclear parts from China, US report shows.
Iran could use U.N. talks as cover to build bomb, Ban Ki-moon says.
Call for Iran to end house arrest of opposition leaders.
Human Rights Watch says Israel violated laws of war.
Turkish opposition leader condemns 'dictator' Erdogan.
ASIA
NKorea to face sanctions for nuke, but China key.
Exclusive: North Korea tells China of preparations for fresh nuclear test.
China ships in disputed waters, says Japan coastguard.
Afghan leader, US general discuss civilian deaths.
Helicopter bribe scandal threatens India's defense modernization.
Pakistani tribesmen pushing Taliban to talk peace.
Pakistani soldier killed in Indian shooting.
AFRICA
Libyan leaders urge calm revolt anniversary.
Islamists rally for Egypt's Mursi in Cairo.
Nigeria hit by three pirate attacks in eight days: agency.
U.N. warns that Sudan could use foreign military support in Darfur.
Mali says to hold presidential election on July 7.
In Mali town, counter-insurgency task ties down French.
Thousands flee Central African rebels for DR Congo.
Al-Shabab claims Kenyan hostage's execution.
Libya asks: where are the binmen and police now its people are free.
Uhuru Kenyatta free to run after Kenya election ruling.
Newspapers around the world run with Pistorius. Oscar Pistorius in tears as murder charge is read out in court.
EUROPE
Meteorite explodes over Russia, more than 1,000 injured.
Meteor explodes over Russian Urals, injuring 950 – live updates.
Meteorite hits Russian Urals: Fireball explosion wreaks havoc, over 900 injured (PHOTOS, VIDEO).
Horsemeat blame game ricochets across Europe.
Bulgaria expels visiting Hamas delegation.
Eurozone crisis live: Currency wars come to Moscow as G20 meets.
Putin orders Russian security on high alert before Olympics.
12 police, rebels killed in Russia’s restive province of Dagestan.
Russia charges Georgian official with planning riots in case seen as crackdown on dissent.
After years of toil, book names Bosnian war dead.
AMERICAS
Photos of Hugo Chavez shown after 2-month absence.
Costa Rican president says ready to act again to defend currency.
US Secretary of State Kerry warns of serious sequestration cuts for State and USAID.
Crippled cruise ship returns; passengers happy to be back.
Ex-mayor's $1 billion gambling woes stun San Diego.
Zapatistas break silence to slam Mexico elite.
Colombia Farc rebels delay hostage release.
Chicago names Joaquin Guzman public enemy No. 1.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Al Qaeda in Mali sought to hide foreign designs.
US military’s next Africa chief indicates 3 terror groups are on his hit list.
U.S. officials still see terror threat in Mali, region.
Yemen is sending thousands of young men to fight with Al-Qaeda In Syria.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
'Stench cruise' fallout: Will it create a stink for Carnival and the industry?
G20 set to dilute big powers' demands on currencies.
G20 finance ministers meet amid 'currency war' fears.
Central Banks buy the most gold since 1964.
Android dominated smartphone sales in 2012.
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