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Iran denies North Korean delegation is visiting to discuss military cooperation
Tehran insists first visit in five years is to discuss ‘business,’ though expert says they have little but arms to trade
April 30, 2024
Slim majority of ROK elites oppose going nuclear to counter North Korea: Report
But CSIS survey finds most would reverse position if US backs down from security commitments, such as if Trump returns
April 30, 2024
43 North Korean escapees reached South Korea in the first quarter, Seoul says
Figure marks slight on-year rise but is still well below pre-pandemic levels, despite DPRK’s easing of COVID controls
April 30, 2024
Unification minister meets pastors to talk missionaries detained in North Korea
Kim Yung-ho asks Protestant leaders to help ensure return of six South Koreans in DPRK
April 30, 2024
North Korea phasing out ‘Day of Sun’ as name for biggest holiday: Tour agencies
Changes in how to refer to birthdays of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il may be effort to elevate current leader, expert says
April 29, 2024
Russia to gift eagles, snakes and other animals to North Korea’s biggest zoo
Expert says vow to send over 40 animals to Pyongyang Zoo reflects Moscow’s desire to expand ties beyond geopolitics
April 29, 2024
North Korea demolished facilities along roads connecting Koreas, Seoul says
Confirmation comes as local media report the DPRK has laid anti-tank and -personnel mines at multiple crossings
April 29, 2024
South Korean hotel removes name of Kim Jong Un aide from marketing for VIP suite
Skybay Hotel drops Hyon Song Wol from name of room where senior official stayed as interest in North Korea declines
April 29, 2024
Chinese shipyard hosts cargo vessel linked to North Korea-Russia arms trade
Expert says shipyard likely violated sanctions and could face punitive actions after Russian ship Angara moored there
April 26, 2024
Kim Jong Un rolls up with six new Toyota SUVs in convoy at latest appearance
Acquisition of customized Japanese vehicles is another demonstration of North Korea’s ability to evade sanctions
April 26, 2024
