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Photo: Forsvaret - Danish armed forces

A failed missile launch has forced the closure of a major shipping lane and surrounding airspace off the coast of Denmark.  

The problem arose during a mandatory test where the launcher and booster had been activated but could not be disabled. 

The Danish military this afternoon urged ships headed towards the danger zone to drop anchor until the issue is resolved. 

It said: “Until the booster is deactivated, there is a risk that the missile could launch and fly a few kilometers.” ...

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