Photo taken on April 8, 2012 shows the rocket for launching Kwangmyongsong-3 satellite installed on the launch pad in Tongchang-ri base, Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). DPRK announced last month its plan to launch the Kwangmyongsong-3 satellite to mark the 100th birthday of late leader Kim Il Sung, which has triggered global concerns. (Xinhua/Zhang Li)

The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) launched a long-rang rocket, South Korean media reported Friday.

Both the Yonhap news agency and YTN TV channel reported the launch, which was also confirmed by the United States, according to CNN.

There is no comments from the DPRK about the launch.