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Trump faces G7 after year of trade wrath, diplomatic bluster

President Trump's G7 summit agenda in France remains uncertain, with his mood potentially influenced by Iran peace talks. Leaders anticipate his characteristic assertive approach, despite potential domestic political pressures. European nations, having faced his criticism, are prepared for his unpredictable tactics.

The Economic Times

While world makes beeline for Beijing, Xi flies to North Korea - Why China is worried about Kim Jong Un and Russia

Chinese President Xi Jinping has landed in North Korea for his first overseas trip of the year.

The Times of India

Yoon Suk Yeol’s gamble on nostalgia for authoritarianism proves foolhardy

South Korean president miscalculated by thinking some MPs would back his declaration of martial law

The Guardian - UK

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US-South Korea State Visit Could Feature Quiet Talks on China

South Korea used to be shy to talk about Taiwan and reluctant to get involved in contentions between the U.S. and China, but experts say this might be changing.

The News Lens

Russia is firing hypersonic missiles into Ukraine that are nearly impossible to stop

A Russian barrage on Ukrainian targets Thursday included the use of the Kinzhal hypersonic missile — a weapon that can travel four times the speed of sound and is thought to be nuclear-capable.

WEKU

North Korea could get a vital lifeline from arms sales to Russia

Russia’s hunt for weapons to fire at Ukraine could provide a lifeline for North Korea, where even a relatively modest arms deal would help lift the country’s cash-starved and stagnant economy into growth.

Tribune News Service

North Korea dismisses claims of weapons shipments to Russia

Arms sales would be an indication of deepening ties between the two isolated nations.

Al Jazeera

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Enrollment in Korean classes has shot up. Thank K-pop

College student enrollment in language classes has plateaued in recent years, but enrollment in Korean language classes rose 78% from 2009 to 2016.

WEKU

Analysis: New approach, same problem: How to deal with Kim Jong Un

WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump's relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un featured the former reality-star president at his most theatric: threats of "fire and fury," followed by splashy meetings, a trip to the demilitarized border with South Korea and exchanges of "love letters" with the authoritarian ruler.

Los Angeles Times

North Korea has an "explosive" COVID outbreak and 0% vaccination rate

"I shudder to think about a prolonged lockdown in North Korea."

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