Missile launch

North Korea's latest missile launch puts Guam on alert

A ballistic missile fired this morning is the first in more than two months.

Guam Homeland Security and Civil Defense issued a statement that said there was no immediate threat to the territory from the launch.

The Guam Homeland Security Advisor George Charfauros said the launch is a reminder to keep emergency plans updated.

"After two months of no missile activity out of North Korea, this morning's launch reminds us to keep emergency plans updated and be prepared for any scenario," he said.

No new sanctions over latest North Korea missile test

After meeting in an emergency session, the United States, China, and Russia were united in their opposition to North Korea for firing a missilie over the Japanese island of Hokkaido.

In a joint statement, members of the council appealed for North Korea to take part in a peace process and reduce tension on the Korean Peninsula.

There was no mention in the UN statement of further sanctions.

Last week, the Security Council agreed on fresh economic sanctions, which the US estimates will cut trade with North Korea by 90 per cent.