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US imposes sanctions on North Korean couple in Beijing for alleged ballistic missile equipment procurement

June 15, 2023

US imposes sanctions on North Korean couple in Beijing for alleged ballistic missile equipment procurement

The United States has imposed sanctions on a North Korean couple residing in Beijing for their alleged involvement in procuring equipment used in ballistic missile development.

North Korea launches ballistic missiles into Sea of Japan, neighboring nations say

June 15, 2023

North Korea launches ballistic missiles into Sea of Japan, neighboring nations say

North Korea reportedly fired ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan on Thursday evening, its latest warning shots to neighboring Japan and South Korea.

South Korea sues North Korea for blowing up joint liaison office in $35 million damage suit

June 14, 2023

South Korea sues North Korea for blowing up joint liaison office in $35 million damage suit

In 2020, North Korea blew up a joint liaison office that was seen as a breach of agreements made with South Korea. South Korea has filed a lawsuit demanding $35 million in damages.

US and Russia continue to modernize nuclear weapons as China grows arsenal, Swedish institute says

June 13, 2023

US and Russia continue to modernize nuclear weapons as China grows arsenal, Swedish institute says

Nuclear-armed states including the U.S., France, Israel, China, and the United Kingdom are modernizing their nuclear arsenals, according to a Swedish think tank.

Kim Jong Un says he wants to strengthen relationship with Putin, develop North Korea-Russia cooperation

June 12, 2023

Kim Jong Un says he wants to strengthen relationship with Putin, develop North Korea-Russia cooperation

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un, commemorating Russia Day, sent a letter to Vladimir Putin seeking close ties as their countries work to develop their alliance.

Kim Jong Un balloons past 300 lbs. amid reports of pill 'hoarding,' heavy drinking

June 4, 2023

Kim Jong Un balloons past 300 lbs. amid reports of pill 'hoarding,' heavy drinking

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is suffering from insomnia while abusing alcohol and tobacco, said South Korean intelligence, spawning more speculation about his health.

Pence, Haley and DeSantis slam Trump for congratulating North Korea's Kim Jung Un

June 3, 2023

Pence, Haley and DeSantis slam Trump for congratulating North Korea's Kim Jung Un

Mike Pence and Nikki Haley are heavily criticizing Donald Trump for celebrating North Korea's appointment to the World Health Organization.

Pence, Haley, and DeSantis slam Trump for congratulating North Korea's Kim Jung Un

June 3, 2023

Pence, Haley, and DeSantis slam Trump for congratulating North Korea's Kim Jung Un

Mike Pence, Nikki Haley, and Ron DeSantis commented on North Korea's appointment to the World Health Organization.

Trump congratulates Kim Jong Un on North Korean election to WHO executive board

June 3, 2023

Trump congratulates Kim Jong Un on North Korean election to WHO executive board

Former President Donald Trump congratulated North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un on Friday after North Korea was seated on the WHO executive board.

South Korea deploying ships, divers to continue salvaging failed North Korean rocket

June 3, 2023

South Korea deploying ships, divers to continue salvaging failed North Korean rocket

South Korea is continuing its efforts to recover large pieces of debris from the failed North Korean rocket launch that landed in the Yellow Sea.