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Iran Launches Satellite Into Space; It Reaches U.S. Airspace In 30 Minutes; North Korea Poised For ICBM Capability

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Monday, February 9th, 2009

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Iranian Satellite Launch Uses Rocket Technology Similar To Intercontinental Ballistic Missile White House Expresses 'Acute Concern' Toward Iranian Missile Feat; Clinton Critical By Dave Ahearn Two rogue nations are moving to demonstrate advanced ballistic missile technologies, jolting U.S. leaders who must decide whether and how well to support continued ballistic missile defense programs. In one eye-opener, Iran launched a satellite into space, using rocket technology similar to that for an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), and the satellite was over the…

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