Authorities say pastor runs school for defectors, and he is reportedly known for helping 1,000 North Koreans escape
Washington voices concern about DPRK’s efforts to aid war effort in Ukraine, accuses Moscow of seeking to buy weapons
Imagery reveals vast security network along border that has made it harder for people to flee and smuggle food
It remains unclear if DPRK has sent substantive response, as UNC and US offer scant and sometimes conflicting details
Reported confirmation that DPRK weapons have appeared on battlefield comes after Russian defense chief visited Pyongyang
Julie Turner has said she seeks to empower DPRK escapees and resume Security Council briefings on country’s human rights
While rank is likely a factor, experts suggest DPRK also sought to show it is not only reliant on Beijing
Shoigu’s visit suggests Moscow seeks arms for Ukraine war, though some see it as attempt to send warning to US and ROK
LTG Andrew Harrison declines to provide more details about talks to secure release of US soldier who crossed into DPRK
Seoul detects multiple projectiles hours after USS Kentucky reportedly departs Busan port
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