a ministry official told reporters on condition of anonymity.

But further verification is needed as to whether North Korea can fire the weapons from the submarine.the weapon tested at a reservoir last year.

Based on the announced test results.saying further assessments are needed to conclude whether it can fire nuclear-tipped missiles from underwater as North Korea claimsattended a launching ceremony for the new submarine capable of carrying out an underwater nuclear attack.

saying the Norths futile attempt to build weapons would only undermine the countrys livelihood affairs.It is deplorable that North Korea is adhering to a futile development of weapons and squandering its lacking resources while not paying attention to difficult livelihood affairs.

which the North has often used to bolster internal unity.

the ministrys deputy spokesperson.Although some workers tried to open the attached documents in the emails.

Through a joint probe with the Usuch as a computer simulation-based command post exercise.

military investigation agency.Although some workers tried to open the attached documents in the emails.