North Korea's Failed Satellite Launch Causes Panic, Condemnation

North Korea's attempt to launch its first military spy satellite failed, crashing into the Yellow Sea.
The rocket malfunction triggered air raid sirens and evacuation warnings in South Korea and Japan, causing panic.
The U.S. condemned the launch as a violation of U.N. resolutions and a threat to regional security.
North Korea vowed to make another launch attempt as soon as possible to put its first spy satellite into orbit.
The incident highlighted the challenges of civil defense in South Korea and Japan in the face of North Korea's growing weapons programs.