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US Senate appoints North Korean human rights envoy after six-year vacancy
Julie Turner has said she seeks to empower DPRK escapees and resume Security Council briefings on country’s human rights
Kim meets with Chinese official after two cheer on nukes at military parade
North Korean leader vows to boost ‘strategic and tactical’ ties at meeting with visiting Chinese delegation
Yoon Suk-yeol appoints new unification minister despite opposition objections
Kim Yung-ho’s inauguration comes as ministry cuts personnel overseeing dialogue and cooperation with North Korea
Yoon hails UN troops who defended ROK from North Korea’s ‘totalitarian forces’
President says South Korean freedom built on ‘blood-stained uniforms,’ marking 70th anniversary of Korean War armistice
Putin thanks North Korea for supporting Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Russian defense chief Shoigu relays message at event in Pyongyang, while also holding one-on-one talks with Kim Jong Un
North Korean missiles pose greater threat to Japan than ever, Tokyo says
New defense white paper reiterates need for ‘counterstrike’ capabilities in case DPRK carries out nuclear attacks
New drones conduct flyovers as North Korea shows off nukes at military parade
Visiting high-level Russian and Chinese delegations join Kim Jong Un to watch event to mark DPRK’s ‘Victory Day’
North Korean ICBMs appear to line up ahead of military parade start: Imagery
Coverings for weapons and parade decorations appear around Kim Il Sung Square ahead of likely kick off Thursday night
Opposition party demands Yoon withdraw controversial unification minister pick
Confirmation of Kim Yung-ho has stalled over criticism of calls for North Korean regime change and alleged tax evasion
North Korea’s Lazarus Group appears to snatch $100M from two crypto platforms
Experts say attacks on payment services bear threat group’s signature and aim to secure funds for nuclear program