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A South Korean news channel in a Seoul restuarant broadcasts North Korea related coverage after Pyongyang's firing of what it claims is a military spy satellite. North Korea's previous efforts to put a spy satellite into orbit in May and August both failed, and Seoul, Tokyo and Washington had repeatedly warned Pyongyang not to proceed with another launch, which would violate successive rounds of UN resolutions. Japan issued an evacuation order to residents in the southern region of Okinawa before rescinding the call after the missile passed into the Pacific Ocean just before 11:00 pm (1400 GMT). IMAGES
The South Korea-US combined forces hold joint military drills as part of the ongoing Freedom Shield exercise. IMAGES
Images distribured by South Korea's Defence Ministry show US B-1B long-range heavy bombers and F-35 jets taking part in joint air drills with South Korea called "Vigilant Storm". The ramped-up show of force comes after a blitz of missile launches by North Korea earlier this week. IMAGES
North Korea broadcasts images of a vast military parade to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the founding of the country's army, showcasing leader Kim Jong Un's most powerful intercontinental ballistic missiles. North Korea will rapidly accelerate the development of its nuclear arsenal, Kim said while overseeing the parade, state media reported. IMAGES
North Korea's state broadcaster shows images of a vast military parade for the founding anniversary of North Korea's armed forces. Leader Kim Jong Un said at the parade the country will rapidly accelerate the development of its nuclear arsenal, state media reported. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.