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North Korean hackers broke into Russian missile producer’s systems: Report
Researchers say two DPRK threat groups sought to steal confidential information to advance country’s weapons programs
August 8, 2023
UNC says unclear when JSA tours will resume, weeks after Travis King crossing
Suspension is latest obstacle to normalizing tours of area on North Korean border, following yearslong COVID closure
August 7, 2023
US senators pressure Biden to crack down on North Korean cryptocurrency theft
Democratic lawmakers warn DPRK using billions in stolen crypto to fund weapons, calling for White House to detail plans
August 7, 2023
North Korea insists it is ‘responsible nuclear state,’ slams US nuke policy
Expert says rare statement by DPRK mission repeats familiar grievances and dovetails with Russian and Chinese positions
August 7, 2023
Kim Jong Un inspects nuke launcher and drone engine plants, fires sniper rifles
Leader tells weapon makers ‘to unleash their creative wisdom’ as preparations for war become more urgent
August 6, 2023
Ex-UN expert says China, Russia sabotaging North Korea sanctions investigations
Eric Penton-Voak says Beijing and Moscow have diluted UN Panel of Experts report, months after being forced to step down
August 4, 2023
North Korea quarantined Russian diplomats after Shoigu visit, embassy says
Embassy tells NK News it isolated for 7 days, raising questions about DPRK’s COVID policies and use of bubble for visit
August 4, 2023
US cloud company helped North Korean hackers carry out attacks: Report
Researchers allege Cloudzy is tied to Iran and allowed 17 threat groups to exploit its services, including 4 from DPRK
August 3, 2023
UN Command says North Korea ‘responded’ about US soldier Travis King
It remains unclear if DPRK has sent substantive response, as UNC and US offer scant and sometimes conflicting details
August 3, 2023
South Korea to hold nationwide evacuation drill against North Korean air raids
All residents will be required to seek shelter during Aug. 23 exercise, the first in 6 years
August 3, 2023
