North Korea is preparing to launch its second military spy satellite, following its first launch in November 2021.

South Korea's military has reported that North Korea is preparing to launch its second military spy satellite, following its first satellite launch in November 2021. Tensions remain high as North Korea continues its weapons testing and attempts to establish a space-based surveillance network in response to perceived U.S.-led military threats. South Korean and U.S. intelligence authorities are closely monitoring North Korea's activities at its main Tongchang-ri launch facility.