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February 14, 2013

How Tight Are Iran and North Korea?

Mark Fitzpatrick, The National

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Among the issues raised by North Korea's third nuclear test, on Tuesday, is what it means for Iran's nuclear programme. It is sometimes assumed that Iran will benefit from North Korea's nuclear advances. There is also speculation Pyongyang's successful defiance of the major powers will embolden Iran to continue its own defiance.

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TAGGED: Nuclear Weapons, North Korea, Iran

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