Reuters: N. Korea Tells China It Is Prepared For More Nuke Tests

North Korea has told China that it is ready to conduct more nuclear tests this year, Reuters reported Friday:

Further tests could also be accompanied this year by another rocket launch, said the source who has direct access to the top levels of government in both Beijing and Pyongyang.

North Korea conducted its third nuclear test earlier this week, drawing harsh criticism from the United Nations, the U.S. and even China, a key ally.