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North Korea tests ‘new-generation’ air defense missile system: State media

North Korea tests ‘new-generation’ air defense missile system: State media

Kim Jong Un observed test from undisclosed site which took place on same day US-ROK joint Freedom Shield drills ended

North Korea tests ‘new-generation’ air defense missile system: State media
Joon Ha Park
Joon Ha Park March 21, 2025
North Korea condemns Japan’s reported plans for long-range missile units

North Korea condemns Japan’s reported plans for long-range missile units

Pyongyang warns missile deployment in Kyushu would threaten regional stability, despite Tokyo’s denial of reports

North Korea condemns Japan’s reported plans for long-range missile units
Joon Ha Park
Joon Ha Park March 20, 2025
US-ROK troops wrap up spring drills with show of force on North Korea’s doorstep

US-ROK troops wrap up spring drills with show of force on North Korea’s doorstep

Allies call river crossing near border a symbol of ‘ironclad’ ties amid political upheaval in Seoul and Washington

US-ROK troops wrap up spring drills with show of force on North Korea’s doorstep
Ifang Bremer
Ifang Bremer March 20, 2025
North Korean troops fighting for Russia have ‘perpetuated’ Ukraine war, US says

North Korean troops fighting for Russia have ‘perpetuated’ Ukraine war, US says

State Department says DPRK ‘bears responsibility’ for conflict, while demanding Russia stop support for Pyongyang

North Korean troops fighting for Russia have ‘perpetuated’ Ukraine war, US says
Alannah Hill
Alannah Hill March 20, 2025
With new frigates, North Korea broadcasts a more assertive naval approach
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With new frigates, North Korea broadcasts a more assertive naval approach

Revelations about country’s biggest-ever ships suggest DPRK seeks to break naval isolation, possibly with Russian help

With new frigates, North Korea broadcasts a more assertive naval approach
Joost Oliemans
Joost Oliemans March 20, 2025
Ukraine says it destroyed three North Korean artillery guns in Russia’s Kursk

Ukraine says it destroyed three North Korean artillery guns in Russia’s Kursk

Footage purportedly shows Russian using Koksan weapons in successful counteroffensive against Ukraine

Ukraine says it destroyed three North Korean artillery guns in Russia’s Kursk
Anton Sokolin
Anton Sokolin March 19, 2025
How North Korean troops will factor into Ukraine-Russia peace talks
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How North Korean troops will factor into Ukraine-Russia peace talks

NK News’ Bryan Betts talks the latest from Kursk and how Trump's dismantling of Voice of America impacts Pyongyang

How North Korean troops will factor into Ukraine-Russia peace talks
Seoul reaffirms willingness to accept North Korean soldiers captured by Ukraine

Seoul reaffirms willingness to accept North Korean soldiers captured by Ukraine

South Korean foreign minister requests Kyiv’s cooperation on issue amid concerns POWs could be repatriated to DPRK

Seoul reaffirms willingness to accept North Korean soldiers captured by Ukraine
Jooheon Kim
Jooheon Kim March 18, 2025
US, ROK hold joint drills on taking out North Korea’s underground bunkers

US, ROK hold joint drills on taking out North Korea’s underground bunkers

Allies practice identifying facilities and sealing entrances in preparation for subterranean warfare

US, ROK hold joint drills on taking out North Korea’s underground bunkers
Joon Ha Park
Joon Ha Park March 17, 2025
North Korea says it will ‘update’ nuclear forces in response to G7 criticism

North Korea says it will ‘update’ nuclear forces in response to G7 criticism

DPRK slams G7 foreign ministers for demanding denuclearization, calling it a violation of sovereignty

North Korea says it will ‘update’ nuclear forces in response to G7 criticism
Seung-Yeon Chung
Seung-Yeon Chung March 17, 2025
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