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James B. Steinberg: “But North Korea greeted the open hand of the new administration with preparations to launch a ballistic missile.”

On the recordJune 10, 2009
But North Korea greeted the open hand of the new administration with preparations to launch a ballistic missile.
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James B. Steinberg

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Steinberg notes North Korea's provocative response to diplomatic overtures.

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