Japan defends himself against missiles North Korea

tokyo - Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani Wednesday missile defense systems ordered so that Japan can guard against potential long-range missiles from North Korea. Aegis defense system as it enters the Sea of ​​Japan and the Patriot air defense on land stationed.

The choice of Japan to put the army in a heightened state of alert, following the plans of North Korea to launch a missile. The country reported Tuesday to the International Maritime Organization that between 8 and February 25 will fire a satellite. According to American observers, it is a long-range missile.

The United Nations has decreed sanctions against North Korea in response to the missile tests and nuclear projects in the country.