The number of North Korean defectors entering South Korea nearly tripled in 2023 compared to the previous two years, authorities said Thursday – including a higher number of youth and members of the North Korean elite.
Does North Korea want to start a war? Maybe, some experts say.
Kim Jong Un is well known for making bombastic threats but he’s been notably more aggressive in recent months, experts say, raising fears he might act on them.
North Korea says it tested a nuclear-capable underwater drone in response to rivals’ naval drills
The test of the drone, purportedly designed to destroy naval vessels and ports, came days after North Korean leader Kim Jong Un declared he is scrapping his country’s long-standing goal of a peaceful …
How China’s Fighter Jet Parts Ended Up in North Korea’s Copy of US Drone
North Korea has repurposed landing gear for its Saetbyul-4 drone from China’s j-7 fighter jet, says an aviation expert …
North Korea tests underwater nuclear weapon system
Pyongyang said the weapon trial would deter hostile military maneuvers by Washington and its allies North Korea has carried out a test o …
South Korea imposes sanctions linked to North’s weapons development
South Korea has sanctioned two individuals, three entities and 11 ships linked to North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs, its foreign ministry said on Wednesday.
Japan to acquire 400 Tomahawk missiles to deter threats from Russia and North Korea
The Ministry of Defense of Japan has signed a contract to purchase 400 American Tomahawk missiles. The missiles are needed by the country to counter threats from Russia, reports Fox News. It is noted …
Japan Receives US ‘Tomahawk’ Missile Boost Amid North Korea Tensions
Japan has said North Korean ballistic missile tests threaten Tokyo’s national security as regional tensions escalate.
US, South Korea and Japan unite in massive naval drill in show of strength against North Korea
The United States, South Korea and Japan conducted extensive naval exercises off South Korea’s Jeju island as a display of strength against North Korea.
Russia is developing ties with North Korea in all areas, including ‘sensitive’ ones – Kremlin
Russia is developing its relations with North Korea in all areas, including “sensitive” ones, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Wednesday.