Nuclear programme

North Korea says sanctions will accelerate nuclear programme

In a strongly worded statement, Pyongyang called a new set of UN sanctions "the most vicious, unethical and inhumane act of hostility".

Meanwhile, the presidents of the US and China committed to "maximising pressure" on the North through vigorous enforcement of UN resolutions.

Earlier, the US and South Korea carried out joint military exercises.

North Korea fired its latest missile over Japan on Friday. It travelled 3,700km (2,299 miles), putting the US Pacific territory of Guam, which North Korea says it has a plan to target, within reach.

VIDEO: Kerry outlines details of Iran deal

Kerry, who did most of the bargaining with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, announced that "Iran will not produce or acquire either highly enriched uranium or weapons grade plutonium for at least the next 15 years".

The nearly 100-page accord announced on Tuesday aims to keep Iran from producing enough material for an atomic weapon for at least 10 years and impose new provisions for inspections of Iranian facilities, including military sites.