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North Korea preparing for ‘quantum leap’ in weapons production: Kim Jong Un
Leader praises innovation and productivity during recent armament tour, calls for even greater output as tensions rise
February 15, 2024
Kim Jong Un says new cruise missiles critical to repel South Korean ‘invasion’
Fifth missile test in just 3 weeks may presage the sort of assets DPRK forces soon deploy near inter-Korean border
February 15, 2024
North Korea shows off Russian robot designed to help educators
Company behind device told NK News DPRK may have acquired it via secondary market as expert voices sanctions concerns
February 14, 2024
North Korea fires multiple cruise missiles off the east coast: ROK military
JCS says ‘several rounds’ of unidentified cruise missiles were detected at sea northeast of Wonsan City
February 14, 2024
Pyongyang International Film Festival set to return after 4-year hiatus
Annual event typically open to international audiences but unclear whether regime will relent on travel controls
February 13, 2024
Anti-doping agency says it recently tested athletes inside North Korea
Visit by International Testing Agency likely marked first non-political entry into DPRK in four years
February 12, 2024
Number of fines for exchanges with North Korea increases under Yoon government
South Korea imposed six fines for violations of exchange act in 2023, which expert says could impact civilian channels
February 12, 2024
Russia eyeing new rail, ferry and car routes to North Korea: Ambassador
Alexander Matsegora’s remarks come as first group of Russian tourists to visit DPRK in years returns home
February 12, 2024
North Korea tests ‘superiority’ of new 240mm artillery system: State media
Latest rocket advancement may soon be deployed near inter-Korean border as DPRK seeks to amplify war readiness
February 12, 2024
North Korean hackers drop new malware to steal data from South Korean targets
‘Troll Stealer’ uses valid certificates to pass as legitimate ROK security programs while stealing system information
February 9, 2024
