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North Korea launches multiple ballistic missiles
On Sunday morning, North Korea launched several ballistic missiles into the East Sea, according to South Korean military reports. The missiles were fired from an area near Pyongyang, traveling around ...
North Korean missiles fall near Japan; South Korea, Japan on alert
On Sunday, North Korea launched several ballistic missiles off its east coast, according to Seoul's military report, marking the country's first such launch of 2024. This occurred shortly before South...
Why North Korea’s ‘gang of hooligans’ rebuke signals freeze in ties with South
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's influential sister, Kim Yo-jong, has issued a stern warning against the new liberal government in South Korea following reported drone flights from South to North ear...
Kim Yo-jung Warns South Korea of Breather with Drones Before Party Congress
North Korea's Vice Chairman of the Workers' Party, Kim Yo-jung, has issued a warning to South Korea regarding potential drone activity ahead of an upcoming party congress. This action is aimed at bols...
North Korea links Sunday’s missile launch to ‘recent geopolitical crisis’
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un supervised the Sunday test firing of hypersonic missiles during a drill necessitated by 'the recent geopolitical crisis', according to state media KCNA. This marks Nort...
North Korean palace visit by Kim’s daughter renews succession debate
Kim Ju-ae, believed to be around 13 years old and daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, visited the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, a site dedicated to hereditary rule. The visit has sparked specul...
Kim Jong Un greets North Korean soldiers fighting for Russia in Ukraine on New Year's Day - reports
According to media reports, North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un greeted his country's soldiers who are reportedly involved in combat operations alongside Russian forces in Ukraine. The greeting was made ...
Swedish authorities board sanctioned Russian vessel after engine failure in Oresund strait
A sanctioned Russian freighter suspected of transporting North Korean weapons to Russia experienced engine trouble and anchored in Swedish waters over the weekend. The vessel was inspected by Swedish ...
Russian vessel tied to North Korea ammo shipments boarded by Swedish authorities in Baltic Sea
Swedish authorities detained a Russian vessel owned by M Leasing LLC in the Baltic Sea for being involved in ammunition shipments linked to North Korea. The company is currently under U.S. and EU sanc...
Iran’s nuclear reset shows airstrikes may not end ambitions
Iran's efforts to recalibrate its nuclear strategy indicate that despite US and Israeli strikes damaging facilities, Iran remains committed to rebuilding a resilient nuclear deterrent, possibly with a...
North Korea: the elephant in the room when Xi met Lee in Beijing
During recent talks between South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing, both expressed support for diplomatic priorities but failed to make significant progress on a...
Maduro’s fate in Venezuela hardens North Korea’s nuclear resolve
The removal of Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro has strengthened North Korea's resolve regarding its nuclear program. The event is seen by North Korea as a cautionary tale that dialogue with the U...
China’s Quiet Retreat From North Korean Denuclearization
An analysis suggesting that China's recent approach towards North Korea and its denuclearization could lead to unintended consequences for Beijing. The article discusses how China’s strategic moves ma...
Why North Korea’s Kim Jong-un is hailing ‘invincible’ Russia ties in new year message
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un highlighted military cooperation with Russia in his new year message, focusing on troops aiding the Russian side in Ukraine. Analysts suggest this underscores plans to ...
Japan faced tough U.S. demands in 1994 North Korea nuke crisis
During the 1994 North Korea nuclear crisis, prominent U.S. congressmen displayed frustration towards Japanese Prime Minister Morihiro Hosokawa while he was visiting Washington D.C., indicating the dif...
North Korea hates K-culture but loves blatantly copying Seoul’s trends as craze grows
Despite North Korea's efforts to restrict South Korean cultural influence politically, the country continues to copy and repurpose various elements of South Korean culture, from food packaging to foot...
Grok for DoD and subs for North Korea: What you missed in defense over the break
A summary of key defense news missed during holiday breaks, covering topics such as developments within the Department of Defense (DoD) and submarine advancements involving North Korea....
Advice to Trump on the next steps for engagement with Pyongyang
The article discusses potential strategies for US President Donald Trump's engagement with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. It highlights the previous situation where Kim was considered a pariah by Mo...
Russian analyst calls for use of North Korean Su-25s in Ukraine
A Russian analyst named Vladimir Khrustalev has suggested leasing North Korean Su-25 ground attack aircraft for use in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, citing their weapons configuration displayed at ...
South Korean webtoon slammed for heroine resembling Kim Jong-un’s daughter Ju-ae
A webtoon titled 'Princess Goes to School' has sparked controversy in South Korea due to its protagonist allegedly resembling Kim Ju-ae, the daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. Critics argue ...
North Korean POWs in Ukraine Seeking ‘New Life’ in South
A lawmaker, Yu Yong-weon, met with North Korean prisoners of war (POWs) in Ukraine during a February visit. The POWs shared that they had witnessed comrades committing suicide due to their injuries. T...
Hu Xijin: How reliable are US claims about China's military power when they don't even understand Kim Jong-un's visit to China?
Commentator Hu Xijin expresses skepticism regarding the reliability of a U.S. report on Chinese military strength, suggesting that it lacks credibility given the United States' perceived inability to ...