[Kyodo: Korea] The Japanese government went on heightened alert on Saturday ahead of North KoreaŽs imminent launch of a communications satellite, which Japan sees as a cover for test-firing a long-range ballistic missile. The Self-Defense Forces have readied themselves to shoot down the launch vehicle if it is seen falling toward Japanese territory. The projectile is expected to fly over northeastern Japan after the launch, which North Korea has said will take place sometime between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. between Saturday and Wednesday.
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