The United States on Wednesday imposed sanctions on five companies and individuals for illicitly generating revenue for the North Korean government. The Treasury Department’s Office of …
Japan plans to buy 400 Tomahawk missiles from US to deter threats from China, North Korea
The government of Japan is nearing an agreement to purchase 400 Tomahawk cruise missiles from the U.S. to help the country’s Self-Defense Forces deter threats from China.
Kim Jong Un orders ‘fundamental transformation’ of agriculture amid reports of North Korea food shortages
North Korea’s economy has been strained by international sanctions over its nuclear weapons program and strict self-imposed border lockdowns aimed at stopping Covid-19 outbreaks.
Manage crisis and more to ease tensions with North Korea: Korea Herald contributor
The writer says communication with the countries involved in the region is essential from the perspective of South Korea. Read more at straitstimes.com.
North Korea says it test-fired 4 missiles a day after the U.S. held defense drills
The launch comes a day after the U.S. and South Korea held tabletop exercises simulating a North Korean nuclear attack.
North Korea expected to test as many missiles as last year’s record of over 90, say experts
With North Korea’s failed negotiations with the US, Pyongyang may be exploring cooperation with other great powers. Read more at straitstimes.com.
N. Korea food shortage worsens amid COVID, but no famine yet
Speculation about North Korea’s food insecurity has flared as its top leaders prepare to discuss the “very important and urgent task” of formulating a correct agricultural policy …
North Korea test-fires cruise missiles to demonstrate nuclear counterattack
The four strategic cruise missiles hit a preset target during a drill designed to demonstrate North Korea’s ability to conduct a counterattack against hostile forces, its state media said.
North Korea test-fires cruise missiles to demonstrate nuclear counterattack
The four strategic cruise missiles hit a preset target during a drill designed to demonstrate North Korea’s ability to conduct a counterattack against hostile forces, its state media said.
U.S., South Korea stage table-top nuclear drill focused on North Korea
WASHINGTON, Feb 23 (Reuters) – U.S. and South Korean officials took part in a simulated “table-top” exercise that focused on the possibility of North Korea using a nuclear weapon, the Pentagon said on …