The White House press secretary , in a statement , said the failed launch `` threatens regional security , violates international law and contravenes its own recent commitments . '' North Korean state media say the launch failed to put satellite in orbit . Short-lived flight never escaped the atmosphere , officials say . Comment: Despite the launch 's failure , `` it will not change our response , '' a U.S. official says .
North Korean state media say the launch failed to put satellite in orbit . Short-lived flight never escaped the atmosphere , officials say . Comment: Despite the launch 's failure , `` it will not change our response , '' a U.S. official says .