ABC News Online: North Korea vows 'thousands-fold' revenge against US over tough UN sanctions
North Korea says it will deliver "thousands-fold" revenge against the United States over the adoption of tough United Nations sanctions imposed after its intercontinental ballistic launches.
The warning came two days after the UN Security Council unanimously imposed new sanctions on North Korea, which could slash its $3 billion annual export revenue by a third.
In a statement carried by state media, North Korea said the sanctions were a "violent infringement of its sovereignty" that was caused by a "heinous US plot to isolate and stifle" North Korea.
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MIDDLE EAST
Syria army ‘takes last IS-group held town in Homs’.
Fed up with Security Council, veteran prosecutor Del Ponte to quit Syria probe.
More Syrian child brides in Jordan amid poverty, uncertainty.
Jordan's King Abdullah in rare visit to Palestine.
Turkey coup suspects to wear brown uniforms, Erdogan says.
Iran papers slam MP 'selfies of humiliation' with EU diplomat.
Joining Arab states, Israel says it plans to ban Al-Jazeera.
ASIA
North Korea vows to retaliate against US over sanctions. ‘Big mistake for US to think it’s safe’ – N. Korea hits out after new UN sanctions. North Korea expected to announce position on latest sanctions.
China’s foreign minister urges North Korea to remain calm following UN sanctions.
Chinese FM says Seoul's THAAD deployment decision throws cold water on ties.
S. Korea, U.S. hold bilateral meeting in Manila to discuss N.K. issue.
Trump, Moon agree to push ahead with North Korea sanctions.
Sar-e Pul: Taliban, ISIL joined forces to kill Afghans.
US, allies slam Chinese island-building.
Australia, US, Japan call for South China Sea code to be legally binding.
Poll: China is most optimistic country in the world.
AFRICA
South Sudan army captures main rebel base, rebels say.
Uganda holds meeting to combat piracy in Somalia.
Rwanda's Kagame wins re-election with nearly 99% of vote.
Mauritania votes to abolish Senate, handing President Aziz a victory.
Kenyan police to flood streets as country braces for election violence.
Memories of violence in aftermath of 2007 election prompt Kenyans to leave cities before poll.
South African MPs await ruling on Zuma vote.
EUROPE
US and Russia chief diplomats show 'readiness' to talk despite escalating tensions.
Report: UK to cap Brexit fee at 40 billion euros.
Germany to resume sending migrants back to Greece.
More than 180 migrants rejoice and run through the streets as they reach European soil after storming security check point at Spanish enclave in Morocco.
Sicily fire crew 'caused fires for cash'.
Popularity of France’s upstart new president fading fast.
Petition against French First Lady gains momentum.
AMERICAS
Venezuela quells attack on military base, two killed. Maduro claims victory after ‘attack’ at Army base kills two. Venezuela searches for rebels after deadly clash at army base.
Venezuelans watch the military for signs of fraying loyalty.
US to respond by Sept. 1 to Russia’s expulsion of diplomats.
Mike Pence denies planning 2020 presidential bid.
Mexico preps for hurricane as Tropical Storm Franklin gathers strength.
FBI: 'Improvised explosive device' caused blast at Bloomington Islamic center.
British family on holiday in Brazil shot after taking wrong turn into slums.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Would-be suicide bomber sheds light on suspected Pakistani militant web.
France opens terror probe against Eiffel Tower attacker.
Pakistani Taliban try to broaden reach with women's magazine.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Bitcoin soars to record high value.
South Korean prosecutors seek 12 year prison term for Samsung chief.
Google rebukes employee's gender gap memo.
Bitcoin hits new high ignoring recent cryptocurrency split.
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