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North Korea has informed the Japanese government of its intention to launch an artificial satellite between Thursday and midnight on August 30. The target areas for the launch are the Yellow Sea, the East China Sea, and waters east of Luzon Island in the Philippines.

In response to the notification, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has instructed government staff to gather and analyze related intelligence and provide appropriate information to the public. He has also called for cooperation with the United States and South Korea to demand that North Korea halt the launch. Additionally, the Prime Minister has emphasized the importance of being fully prepared to address any potential contingencies.

It is worth noting that this is not the first time North Korea has indicated its intention to launch a satellite. In May, they provided a similar notice, which was interpreted by the Japanese government as a sign of an impending ballistic missile launch. The actual launch took place on May 31 and ended in failure. North Korea has stated their intention to make a second attempt at an early date.

The Japanese government has taken the recent notification seriously and is working diligently to gather intelligence and ensure that the public is informed. They are also coordinating with international partners to address the situation and urge North Korea to refrain from the launch.

Further updates on the situation will be provided as necessary.

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