US diplomacy in high gear after 'provocative' N Korea launches
AFP, July, 2006
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WASHINGTON (AFP) — The United States said it was going on the diplomatic counter-offensive after North Korea launched several missiles it strongly condemned as "provocative acts," even though they posed no immediate threat.
"The United States strongly condemns these missile launches... We are consulting with international partners on next steps," White House Press Secretary Tony Snow said late Tuesday in a statement.
Pyongyang's actions appear to indicate it "has not yet made the strategic decision to give up their nuclear programs... Accordingly, we will continue to take all necessary measures to protect ourselves and our allies," he added.
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The senior US envoy for North Korean issues, Assistant Secretary of State Christopher Hill, was preparing to leave for the region on Wednesday, while South Korea's national security adviser was due at the White House.
"You're going to see a lot of diplomatic activity here over the next 24-48 ...
