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Japan tests missile interceptor in space

A U.S.-made interceptor was used in a test that was conducted near Hawaii.

The test of the Standard Missile-3 was the first by a country other than the United States.

Plans for the missile shield were accelerated after North Korea's missile launch tests last year. (Kyodo, AP)

Shukan ST: Dec. 28 2007

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National News Japan tests missile interceptor in space A Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer shot down a ballistic missile in space Dec. 17. A U.S.-made interceptor was used in a test that was conducted near Hawaii. The test of the Standard Missile-3 was the first by a country other than the United States. Experts say the success is a major step forward for Japan in the buildup of its missile shield. Plans for the missile shield were accelerated after North Korea's missile launch tests last year. (Kyodo, AP) Shukan ST: Dec. 28 2007 (C) All rights reserved