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More Party Congress preparations, and Iran’s new envoy in North Korea
NK News’ Shreyas Reddy breaks down delegate selections ahead of the major political event, Iran-DPRK ties and more
February 3, 2026
Lawsuit alleges British American Tobacco funded North Korea-backed terrorism
Complaint in US court accuses firm of indirectly supporting attacks by Iran and Hezbollah through its DPRK joint venture
February 2, 2026
North Korea men’s soccer team visits China for winter training tour
DPRK squad plays friendly matches with local clubs in warmer climate, though it will sit out upcoming World Cup
February 2, 2026
Why Seoul’s push for greater control over the DMZ is unlikely to succeed
Experts warn that ROK bill to increase civilian access risks a rift with UN Command and could benefit North Korea
January 30, 2026
ROK, Japan defense chiefs back ‘denuclearization of Korean Peninsula’
Two sides also reiterate commitment to trilateral cooperation with US, without directly addressing North Korean threats
January 30, 2026
North Korea ‘accelerates’ Party Congress prep as January draws to a close
A recap of everything in state media this week, from Mt. Paektu graves and 20x10 kickoff to silence on US strategy
January 30, 2026
Top Siberian pork producer eyes North Korea’s meat market
The Sibagro company from Tomsk says it wants to start exports to North Korea after a jump in pork sales to DPRK
January 29, 2026
New Iranian ambassador to North Korea assumes post after 5 year vacancy
Envoy’s arrival signals renewed momentum in bilateral ties as the DPRK and Iran pursue closer alignment with Russia
January 29, 2026
Pending legislation on DMZ access ‘completely at odds’ with armistice, UNC says
South Korea’s unification minister has demanded access to the fortified area for peaceful purposes
January 29, 2026
ROK military kicks off preparatory meetings for wartime control transfer
Senior military officials will meet every quarter, rather than once a year, to assess progress
January 28, 2026
