Asia Compact | 12.02.2013, 19:00 UTC

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Asia Compact 12.02.2013 | 19:00 UTC News North Korea UN Security Council condemns North Korean nuclear test The United Nations Security Council has issued a statement which "strongly condemns" a North Korean nuclear test, calling it "a clear threat to international peace and security." The Council convened at short notice. North Korean nuclear test prompts protests Nuclear test is part of a dangerous balancing act Asia Extremism Taliban take a hard line on Viagra Islamists have warned shopkeepers in Peshawar not to sell drugs which enhance the sexual potency of men. Is Islam against sexual pleasure and should such pills be banned? Many Pakistanis and religious experts say no. Mystical Islam 'a threat to the Taliban' Fashion event attempts to show Pakistan's progressive side Young Pakistanis challenge religious identity of the state Court Cases Activists say Guru's execution was politically motivated The execution of Afzal Guru, who was convicted for the 2001 attack on the Indian Parliament, has triggered outrage among activists who believe the man was denied a fair trial. India hangs Kashmiri man convicted of Parliament attack Last of 2008 Mumbai attackers killed Nuclear Nuclear test is part of a dangerous balancing act Pyongyang has carried out its third nuclear test, provoking angry criticism across the world. The UN Security Council has condemned the move in strong terms after calling an emergency session. Google maps shows labor camps in North Korea 'North Korea is unpredictable, isolated and dangerous' North Korean defector calls on Europe for help North Korean dissidents reveal famine in homeland More DW More DW Suggestions welcome! Nominate your favorites for the 2013 Bobs Awards Do you know bloggers, journalists or net activists who fight for human rights and for freedom of speech? Nominate your favorite for the Bobs Awards. To find out how and for more information on the Bobs, go here. More DW Wonders of World Heritage Join DW for a breathtaking tour of Germany's 37 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: From the Aachen Cathedral to Muskauer Park: Park. Our eight routes highlight these unique sites with videos, photo galleries and more. Join us!   Unsubscribe   Personal Data   Feedback   Imprint © Deutsche Welle 2013