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Putin thanks North Korea for supporting Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Putin thanks North Korea for supporting Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Russian defense chief Shoigu relays message at event in Pyongyang, while also holding one-on-one talks with Kim Jong Un

Putin thanks North Korea for supporting Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Anton Sokolin
Anton Sokolin July 28, 2023
North Korean missiles pose greater threat to Japan than ever, Tokyo says

North Korean missiles pose greater threat to Japan than ever, Tokyo says

New defense white paper reiterates need for ‘counterstrike’ capabilities in case DPRK carries out nuclear attacks

North Korean missiles pose greater threat to Japan than ever, Tokyo says
Kosuke Takahashi
Kosuke Takahashi July 28, 2023
North Korean ICBMs appear to line up ahead of military parade start: Imagery
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North Korean ICBMs appear to line up ahead of military parade start: Imagery

Coverings for weapons and parade decorations appear around Kim Il Sung Square ahead of likely kick off Thursday night

North Korean ICBMs appear to line up ahead of military parade start: Imagery
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko July 27, 2023
‘Top salesman’ Kim Jong Un used arms expo to hawk weapons to Russia: Experts

‘Top salesman’ Kim Jong Un used arms expo to hawk weapons to Russia: Experts

Shoigu’s visit suggests Moscow seeks arms for Ukraine war, though some see it as attempt to send warning to US and ROK

‘Top salesman’ Kim Jong Un used arms expo to hawk weapons to Russia: Experts
Ifang Bremer
Ifang Bremer July 27, 2023
UN chief calls for ‘surge in diplomacy’ to denuclearize Korean Peninsula

UN chief calls for ‘surge in diplomacy’ to denuclearize Korean Peninsula

Guterres calls Korean War armistice ‘foundation’ for peace on anniversary of signing, warns of rising tensions

UN chief calls for ‘surge in diplomacy’ to denuclearize Korean Peninsula
Shreyas Reddy
Shreyas Reddy July 27, 2023
State media review: North Korea claims ‘victory’ over US averted World War III
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State media review: North Korea claims ‘victory’ over US averted World War III

An in-depth review of celebrations for a Korean War anniversary, justifications for nuke development and a new TV show

State media review: North Korea claims ‘victory’ over US averted World War III
Seung-Yeon Chung
Seung-Yeon Chung July 27, 2023
Kim Jong Un shows off new drones, gives Russian defense chief tour of nukes

Kim Jong Un shows off new drones, gives Russian defense chief tour of nukes

North Korean leader hosts defense minister Sergei Shoigu at weapons expo in Pyongyang

Kim Jong Un shows off new drones, gives Russian defense chief tour of nukes
Anton Sokolin
Anton Sokolin | Colin Zwirko July 27, 2023
Russian defense chief Shoigu vows to bolster military ties with North Korea

Russian defense chief Shoigu vows to bolster military ties with North Korea

Sergei Shoigu meets with DPRK counterpart in Pyongyang, after arriving with delegation likely to attend military parade

Russian defense chief Shoigu vows to bolster military ties with North Korea
Anton Sokolin
Anton Sokolin July 26, 2023
How India’s overlooked ‘Bucket Brigade’ treated over 200K during the Korean War

How India’s overlooked ‘Bucket Brigade’ treated over 200K during the Korean War

60th Para Field Ambulance unit showcased newly independent nation’s peacekeeping efforts, despite opposition from Seoul

How India’s overlooked ‘Bucket Brigade’ treated over 200K during the Korean War
Shreyas Reddy
Shreyas Reddy July 26, 2023
Why a far-flung port on North Korea’s periphery could be key to its economy
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Why a far-flung port on North Korea’s periphery could be key to its economy

China and Russia have recognized Rajin’s importance, and three countries have increasingly seen their interests align

Why a far-flung port on North Korea’s periphery could be key to its economy