Joe Cirincione : North Korea 's successful launch of a satellite is a major feat . Do n't count on this regime disappearing anytime soon . It was the first time in history that an object larger than 100 kg had been launched into space and landed intact, which means it didn't burn up on reentry or explode upon impact with Earth. He says launch will have disproportionate international security repercussions . Cirincione : Do n't underestimate the regime , but do n't panic and start an arms race .
Joe Cirincione : North Korea 's successful launch of a satellite is a major feat . It was the first time in history that an object larger than 100 kg had been launched into space and landed intact, which means it didn't burn up on reentry or explode upon impact with Earth. He says launch will have disproportionate international security repercussions . Cirincione : Do n't underestimate the regime , but do n't panic and start an arms race .