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Chinese company sold purported North Korean seafood at popular market: UN report
Information provided to Panel of Experts suggests sanctions violation, though China says it was just false advertising
November 2, 2023
Seoul calls for restart of inter-Korean hotlines after North Korean boat rescue
Ministry says incident in East Sea highlights need to restore communications that have been defunct since April
November 2, 2023
North Korea eliminates rubella virus through vaccination campaign: WHO
Mass immunization program inoculated some 6 million people against disease that causes severe birth defects
November 1, 2023
North Korea to rotate senior diplomats at several key embassies: Sources
London and New York are among missions where new arrivals will replace staff for first time since before pandemic
November 1, 2023
October comes and goes without planned North Korean spy satellite launch
Pyongyang may have altered launch schedules to fix technical issues rather than risk a costly third failure, experts say
November 1, 2023
North Korea appears to blow past oil cap using illicit transfers at sea: Report
Information provided to UN Panel of Experts suggests DPRK likely exceeded 500,000 barrel limit in first five months
November 1, 2023
North Korea to close embassy in Spain due to sanctions: Spanish political party
Mission reportedly cites difficulties developing bilateral ties as DPRK moves to shutter embassies around the world
November 1, 2023
New Land Rover SUV spotted in North Korean capital this year, UN report says
Company denies it sold the SUV to Pyongyang, while appearance points to DPRK’s continued appetite for luxury vehicles
October 31, 2023
New ship joins alleged North Korea-Russia weapons trade operation: Imagery
Vessel is largest of four that have been seen transfering containers at Rason Port near border with Russia
October 31, 2023
UN report warns of persistent threats from North Korean cybercrime and espionage
Panel of Experts outlines activity by DPRK threat groups, but expert says report offers only ‘generic’ recommendations
October 31, 2023
