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US faces uncertain role as conflicts, threats arise in different corners of globe

November 11, 2023

US faces uncertain role as conflicts, threats arise in different corners of globe

Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Israeli's war with Hamas, and China's growing ambitions over Taiwan have sparked questions about how the U.S. will confront the threats faced on multiple fronts.

Blinken: US has 'real concerns' about Russia-North Korea military partnership

November 9, 2023

Blinken: US has 'real concerns' about Russia-North Korea military partnership

Secretary of State Antony Blinken, speaking in South Korea, says there are “real concerns" about increasing military activity between Russia and North Korea.

Blinken joins G7 summit in latest attempt to fix US’ declining world standing

November 7, 2023

Blinken joins G7 summit in latest attempt to fix US’ declining world standing

Secretary of State Antony Blinken traveled to Japan, where he hopes to get help dealing with international crises, including Israel's war with Hamas in Gaza and the Russia-Ukraine war.

North Korea spy satellite program receiving technical assistance from Russia, South Korea warns

November 7, 2023

North Korea spy satellite program receiving technical assistance from Russia, South Korea warns

Russia is offering technical assistance to North Korean efforts to build and launch a military spy satellite, according to South Korean intelligence.

Pregnant woman among 4 North Koreans found fleeing food shortages in makeshift boat

November 2, 2023

Pregnant woman among 4 North Koreans found fleeing food shortages in makeshift boat

South Korean officials say a pregnant woman in her 20s was among the four refugees who were rescued off the coast of Sokcho in a makeshift wooden boat. The woman's condition is unknown.

North Korea believed to be supplying Russia with missiles for Ukraine offensive, South Korea says

November 2, 2023

North Korea believed to be supplying Russia with missiles for Ukraine offensive, South Korea says

North Korea has likely provided several types of missiles to Russia for the war in Ukraine in the face of harsh international criticism, South Korea's military said.

North Korea shuts down multiple embassies, South Korea speculates financial issues are the reason

November 1, 2023

North Korea shuts down multiple embassies, South Korea speculates financial issues are the reason

North Korea is reportedly shutting down diplomatic missions to a handful of countries around the world, including Uganda, Angola, Spain and Hong Kong.

UN tells world governments not to repatriate escaped North Korean refugees

October 31, 2023

UN tells world governments not to repatriate escaped North Korean refugees

The United Nations is calling on member countries to refrain from repatriating escaped North Korean refugees.

North Korean foreign minister defends Russia arms sales against ‘groundless criticism’

October 28, 2023

North Korean foreign minister defends Russia arms sales against ‘groundless criticism’

North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui dismissed criticism of her country selling weapons to the Russia military, claiming the two nations have "equal and normal relations."

North Korea accuses Israel of 'genocide' in Gaza, labels US an 'accomplice'

October 26, 2023

North Korea accuses Israel of 'genocide' in Gaza, labels US an 'accomplice'

A North Korean foreign ministry spokesperson told state media that the U.S. is an "accomplice" in "Israel's genocide" of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.