Inter-Korean
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Seoul ‘closely monitoring’ signs North Korea executed officials over flooding
Statement follows report that Kim Jong Un put 20-30 officials to death, though experts express skepticism over claims
September 4, 2024
Activists call for efforts to protect North Korean Olympians after viral selfie
But experts cast doubt on rumors that athletes face punishment for taking photos with South Koreans
September 4, 2024
South Korean vice minister briefs US counterpart on new unification policy
Kim Hong-kyun outlines plans to ‘extend freedom’ to North Korea, seeking Washington’s support
September 4, 2024
North Korea in August 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from August 1 to August 31, 2024
September 3, 2024
‘Balance of terror’: Why Seoul’s would-be defense chief wants South Korean nukes
Kim Yong-hyun has said North Korea won’t denuclearize and Japan could acquire WMDs, arguing ROK must prepare to do same
September 3, 2024
Seoul police raid far-left political party over alleged support for North Korea
People’s Democracy Party says police cited security act violations for search and seizures targeting offices and homes
September 3, 2024
South Korea to allow private groups to contact North Korea for flood relief
Seoul emphasizes decision is an exception to de facto ban that aims to help DPRK citizens ‘return to their daily lives’
August 30, 2024
What Israel’s strikes on Hezbollah reveal about risks of preempting North Korea
Experts say US-ROK could replicate Israel’s success in part, but not without triggering massive nuclear retaliation
August 29, 2024
Seoul’s unification ministry looks to cut spending on North Korea cooperation
Yoon administration proposes 3.7% decrease in 2025 budget, but seeks more humanitarian funds in line with new policy
August 27, 2024
Seoul seeks to raise defense budget to record $46B to deter North Korean threats
Proposed 3.6% increase would fund F-35A stealth fighters and Patriot missile upgrades for ‘three-axis’ defense system
August 27, 2024
