North Korea

In a move that underlines its commitment to global security, Germany has become the 18th nation to join the U.S.-led United Nations Command (UNC) in South Korea. The decision strengthens the policing of the border with North Korea. What Happened: Germany’s decision to join the UNC is a...

A civilian employee of South Korea’s military intelligence command has been arrested for allegedly leaking confidential military information. The data, reportedly concerning South Korean spies operating abroad, is suspected to have been transmitted to Kim Jong Un‘s North Korea. What...

North Korea has indicated a willingness to re-engage in nuclear discussions with the United States, provided Donald Trump secures a second term in office. This information comes from Ri Il Gyu, a senior North Korean diplomat who defected to South Korea. What Happened: Ri, a high-ranking North...

The U.S. Army has put a halt to the salary and allowances of a soldier currently imprisoned in Russia. The soldier is expected to face prosecution upon his return to the United States, officials have stated. What Happened: Staff Sergeant Gordon Black, 34, who is currently serving a sentence in...

In the wake of heavy rainfall, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has inspected flood-stricken areas near the border with China, according to state media KCNA. The deluge has impacted approximately 5,000 residents in the region. What Happened: A Reuters report revealed that Kim Jong Un visited the...

The economy of North Korea under the leadership of Kim Jong Un has experienced a significant upturn in 2023, following three consecutive years of contraction. This growth has been attributed to increased trade with China, relaxed COVID-19 border controls, and favorable weather conditions. What...

In a joint advisory, the United States, South Korea, and the U.K. have accused North Korean hackers of conducting a global cyber espionage campaign to pilfer classified military secrets. What Happened: The hackers, identified as “Anadriel” or “APT45” by cybersecurity...

In a recent development, North Korea has reportedly launched approximately 500 trash-filled balloons into South Korean airspace, causing flight disruptions and a rooftop fire within the last 24 hours. What Happened: These balloons are part of an ongoing propaganda campaign by North Korea against...

North Korea has shrugged off former President Donald Trump‘s remarks about his amicable relationship with leader Kim Jong Un, asserting that they “do not care” about his words and cautioning that their nuclear arsenal remains prepared for any U.S. leader. What Happened: The Korean...

Gen. Sir Roly Walker, the newly appointed head of the British Army, has unveiled a strategic reform plan to bolster the military’s capabilities against potential threats from Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea within the next three years. What Happened: General Walker stressed the urgency...

Former U.S. diplomat Richard Grenell suggested that former President Donald Trump might renew diplomatic ties with North Korea if he secures a second term in the White House. What Happened: Grenell, who served as the U.S. ambassador to Germany between 2018 and 2020, made these remarks during a...

In a recent development, South Korea’s military has recommenced its anti-Pyongyang propaganda broadcasts. This move comes as a response to North Korea’s recent launch of trash-carrying balloons, as stated by the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS). What Happened: The broadcasts started on...

In a recent prediction, Bilarhari Kausikan, the former ambassador of Singapore to Russia, has warned that the future of Ukraine could be similar to that of Korea, divided into two separate entities. What Happened: Kausikan expressed his concerns about the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict potentially...

In his speech at the Republican National Convention, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump urged Democrats to stop the “partisan witch hunts” against him, using the recent dismissal of his classified documents case by a Florida judge as an example. He also stated that the...

A North Korean diplomat and his family, under Kim Jong Un‘s regime, have defected from Cuba to South Korea. This is the first defection of its kind in five years, occurring against a backdrop of growing challenges for ordinary North Koreans attempting to flee their country. What Happened: Ri...