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Kim Jong Un thinks North Korea better off without foreign aid: Ex-DPRK diplomat
Former counselor at North Korean Embassy in Cuba shares insights on Kim's foreign policy priorities, domestic challenges
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
Foreign professors to teach at North Korean university, first time since COVID
DPRK recently issued visas for teachers at private Pyongyang University of Science and Technology, representative says
North Korea preparing for large-scale concert in capital to mark foundation day
Construction of stage points to Sept. 9 celebrations despite cancellation of overseas events due to flood relief efforts
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’
North Korea slams US for ‘exaggerating’ nuclear threats in updated strategy
An in-depth analysis of US nuke plans, praise for Kim Jong Un’s economic policy and minimizing of Kim Jong Il’s feats
Russia sends 240 goats to North Korea in second shipment this month
Exports come amid plans to ship thousands of goats to the DPRK as part of apparent push to diversify citizens’ diets
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
North Korea’s new suicide drones, and Russian students in Pyongyang
NK News’ Anton Sokolin talks Kim Jong Un’s latest weapons inspection, language exchange and food security after floods
North Korean farmland suffered ‘minimal’ damage from floods, USDA finds
Research predicts limited impact on crop production despite heavy rains, which expert calls relief for food security