News brief

North Korea may be preparing to launch military satellite. South Korea’s military says North Korea appears to be preparing to launch its second military spy satellite into space. The military said May 24 that it detected signs that North Korea is engaging in activities believed to be preparations to launch a spy satellite at its main launch facility. Last November, North Korea placed its first military reconnaissance satellite into orbit as part of its efforts to build a space-based surveillance network. North Korea wants to launch three additional military spy satellites in 2024.