Also important to note that this is the second time in the past month that a north Korean Missile has flown over japan, an action that the United States would certainly take as an act of war if it were to happen here. So all of this comes on the same day that a top u. S. General revealed that, indeed, ten days ago, north korea did successfully test a hydrogen bomb. There were some questions about bad. So that would completely change the global landscape. Joining me now by phone, the director of defense studies at the center for natural interests and is a recognized expert on National Security issues involving north korea. Harry, good to have you back on the program tonight. What are your thoughts on this news . Well, martha, regrettably, this was inevitable. I had a feeling they were going to test the missile and tested quite soon. Keep in mind that the actions, and of the u. N. Security council just days ago, the North Koreans were going to have to respond. What they are trying to tel