Country

North Korea

North Korea is a sovereign state in East Asia, governed by the Kim dynasty under a totalitarian regime. It maintains a policy of self-reliance and is known for its nuclear weapons program and international isolation.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to escalating tensions with South Korea and the United States, alongside its deepening military and diplomatic ties with Russia.

Latest on North Korea

  • North Korea demands South show 'utmost respect' to restore relations
  • North Korea decries medical aid, says ‘nothing to give or receive’ from Seoul
  • North Korea warns U.S. over Taiwan while Kim pledges support for Russia
  • North Korea's Kim pledges 'invariable support' in Putin birthday letter
  • Takaichi asked Trump to broker Japan-North Korea summit
  • North Korea's Kim Yo Jong says intermediate-range missile test was conducted
  • Authorities traced the tools to a group based in North Korea.
  • North Korea laid landmines along its border with South Korea, injuring three South Korean soldiers in an explosion on September 21.
  • AI tools identified as part of cyberattacks on South Korean banks
  • North Korea says intermediate missile’s range bests Tokyo and Seoul estimates
  • 'Chaotic' Asian Games threaten Japan hopes of hosting Olympics again
  • North Korea fires ballistic missile into waters outside Japan EEZ

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