#North Korea

China and North Korea Open Second Border Bridge Across Yalu River 12 Years After Construction Completion

Economy 10/17/2026, 00:26

China and North Korea opened the second border bridge across the Yalu River connecting Dandong and Sinuiju on October 15. The crossing was put into operation 12 years after construction completion.

Read more →

North Korea Tests Two Types of Strategic Submarine-Launched Cruise Missiles

Politics 10/15/2026, 10:09

North Korea announced the testing of two types of strategic submarine-launched cruise missiles conducted on October 14 to strengthen its navy and deterrence forces.

Read more →

Kim Jong Un Showcases US-Capable Hwasong-20 Missile Amid New Tests and Possible Trump Meeting

Politics 10/13/2026, 10:41

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un opened the Museum of Defense Revolution, showcasing the Hwasong-20 ICBM amid new missile tests and potential talks with the US.

Read more →

Why the Scandal with South Korea Won't End: Andrii Sybiha Responds

Politics 10/12/2026, 14:42

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha commented on the diplomatic crisis with South Korea arising from the transfer of DPRK prisoners and the recall of Seoul's ambassador.

Read more →

North Korea Fires Two Ballistic Missiles Toward Sea of Japan: Test Details and Tokyo's Reaction

Politics 10/12/2026, 11:38

On October 12, 2026, North Korea launched two ballistic missiles toward the Sea of Japan. The second missile traveled over 910 km. Tokyo and allies are analyzing the parameters.

Read more →

South Korea Recalls Its Ambassador from Ukraine Amid Diplomatic Crisis

Politics 10/08/2026, 11:44

The South Korean government has announced the recall of its ambassador from Ukraine due to a diplomatic scandal surrounding the public disclosure of captured North Korean soldiers.

Read more →

Kyiv's Apologies Are Not Enough: Seoul Prepares New Steps Against Ukraine Over Prisoner Scandal

Politics 10/06/2026, 10:40

The South Korean Foreign Minister stated that Ukraine's apologies over the North Korean prisoner scandal are insufficient, and Seoul is preparing decisive measures.

Read more →

Show of Force: North Korea Successfully Tests Hypersonic Missile at 1000 km Range

Politics 10/04/2026, 04:03

North Korea test-fired a hypersonic missile reaching a target 1000 km away. Kim Jong Un reaffirmed the nation's commitment to enhancing its nuclear deterrent, accompanied by his daughter.

Read more →

Massive Protests in Seoul: South Korean Opposition Rallies Against President Lee Jae-myung

Politics 10/04/2026, 01:29

A massive opposition rally was held in Seoul against South Korean President Lee Jae-myung over his response to a DMZ mine incident and controversial judicial reforms.

Read more →

Trump does not consider dialogue with North Korean leader a 'concession' amid new missile launches

Politics 10/03/2026, 15:11

The US administration insists that Donald Trump's desire to negotiate with Kim Jong Un is not a concession. Washington aims for the denuclearization of North Korea amid new missile launches.

Read more →

North Korea Fires Missile Toward Sea of Japan: Seoul Raises Combat Readiness

Politics 10/03/2026, 14:42

On the morning of October 3, North Korea launched a ballistic missile toward the Sea of Japan, flying over 700 km. In response, Seoul raised combat readiness and convened the Security Council.

Read more →

Ukraine Works to Promptly Resolve Diplomatic Dispute with Seoul Over North Korean Prisoners

Politics 10/01/2026, 23:33

Ukraine and South Korea are engaged in intensive dialogue to resolve a dispute over the public disclosure of the transfer of North Korean prisoners.

Read more →

North Korean Leader Suffers from 'Obesity' and Smokes Heavily, South Korean Intelligence Says

Politics 10/01/2026, 06:05

South Korean intelligence reported that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un weighs over 140 kg. Amid health concerns, Pyongyang is actively preparing his daughter for succession.

Read more →

North Korea Troops Scandal: Seoul Says Kiev Requested Silence

Politics 09/30/2026, 12:45

South Korea's intelligence agency stated that Kiev itself asked to keep the transfer of North Korean prisoners a secret. The scandal erupted after the Ukrainian president publicly disclosed this information at the UN General Assembly.

Read more →

Seoul Summons Ukrainian Envoy Amid Diplomatic Scandal Over North Korean Prisoners

Politics 09/29/2026, 05:17

South Korea's Foreign Ministry summoned Ukraine's envoy over Kyiv's public disclosure of transferring two North Korean POWs, which Seoul views as a confidentiality breach.

Read more →

Zelenskyy Unveils New DPRK Plan to Transfer Troops to Russia and Share Technology

Politics 09/28/2026, 23:52

Ukrainian intelligence recorded plans by Russia to involve another 10,000 soldiers from the DPRK. Over 8,000 North Korean troops are already in Russia, and Pyongyang has mastered Shahed drone production.

Read more →

Zelenskyy: Russia has actually already begun additional mobilization

Politics 09/28/2026, 21:41

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia has effectively started additional mobilization and is deploying thousands of North Korean troops.

Read more →

South Korea Demands Official Apology from Ukraine Over Prisoner Scandal

Politics 09/28/2026, 03:52

South Korea's presidential office demands an apology from Ukraine for leaking the secret transfer of North Korean POWs and denying confidentiality agreements.

Read more →