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North Korean spy drama in China may signal Beijing’s unease over growing Pyongyang-Moscow ties

Chinese authorities in the northeastern city of Shenyang reportedly arrested a North Korean IT specialist in late April 2025, accusing him of stealing drone technology secrets.

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Kim Shin Jo: The bizarre life of a failed North Korean assassin who became a pastor in the South

Kim stunned South Korea by saying that his team came ‘to slit the throat of Park Chung Hee’

The Independent UK

From public executions to ‘traitor’ notices: North Korea escapees describe horrors of Covid-era repression

Rights groups say Pyongyang imposed excessive and unnecessary measures during pandemic that made ‘already isolated country even more repressive’

The Independent UK

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South Korean Blockbuster 'JSA' Strikes A Chord 25 Years On

Twenty-five years ago, director Park Chan-wook risked jail to make a movie about friendship between North and South Korean soldiers, striking box office gold and beginning his actors' ascent to global stardom.

International Business Times

Western Tour Operators Enter North Korea For First Time Since Pandemic

Western tour agencies entered North Korea for the first time on Thursday since the end of the pandemic, the companies said, voicing hopes the isolated country may soon reopen a border city to foreign visitors.

International Business Times

North Korea opens up to tourists after five years with tours to little-known port city

Five-day itineraries of the northern city include visits to a sea cucumber farm and school uniform factory

The Independent UK

Friends Back Out Right Before Man’s Business Becomes Successful, Later Come For Their “Compensation”

Man tries to show gratitude to his friends for helping his business but ends up facing threats of being sued. The post Friends Back Out Right Before Man’s Business Becomes Successful, Later Come For Their “Compensation” first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Kim Jong Un's Sister Seen With Children In State Media Images

South Korea's spy agency said Friday it was analysing rare state media footage showing the powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un with two children -- saying they could be hers.

International Business Times

What we know about North Korea’s ICBM programme

North Korea test-fired its longest flying missile yet, in what could mark a new chapter for its ICBM programme.

Al Jazeera

North Korea To Reopen Limited International Tourism By December 2024

North Korea to reopen limited international tourism by end of 2024, focusing on Samjiyon and Mount Paektu. Kim Jong Un prefers visitors from 'friendly' nat...

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Putin And Kim Jong Un Strengthen Strategic Partnership

Putin and Kim signed a strategic partnership agreement during Putin's visit to North Korea, deepening ties and raising concerns in Seoul and Washington.

The Independent UK

Russia and North Korea have had a complicated relationship over the decades

President Vladimir Putin is in North Korea for a summit with its leader, Kim Jong Un, as the two nations deepen their cooperation

International Business Times

Putin Hails N. Korea's Support For Ukraine War Ahead Of Pyongyang Visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday hailed North Korea for "firmly supporting" Moscow's war in Ukraine ahead of a visit to Pyongyang set to boost defence ties between the two nuclear-armed countries.

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Russia’s Putin to visit North Korea for the first time in 24 years

Russian president to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during a state visit on Tuesday and Wednesday.

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Putin To Visit N. Korea As Kremlin Floats Possible 'Strategic' Treaty

Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to North Korea on Tuesday, in a rare visit that may see Moscow sign a "strategic partnership treaty" with Pyongyang, the Kremlin said.

The Independent UK

Putin to visit North Korea for talks with Kim Jong Un, both countries say

North Korean state media says Russian President Vladimir Putin will arrive in the country on Tuesday for a two-day visit, his first trip to the country in 24 years

International Business Times

The North Korean Missile Researcher Who Became A South Korean Lawmaker

Park Choong-kwon was once a member of an elite North Korean unit that developed long-range missiles.

The Independent UK

Kim's portrait is publicly displayed in North Korea. Here's a look at what it means

The portrait of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been publicly displayed along with those of his father and grandfather for the first time

Evening Standard

North Korea propagandist who helped build Kim family dynasty following death at 94

Kim Jong-un will lead the state funeral committee for Kim Ki-nam

International Business Times

Kim Jong Un Mourns Death Of North Korea's Former Propaganda Chief

North Korea's former propaganda chief, credited with masterminding the personality cult surrounding the ruling Kim dynasty, has died, state media said Wednesday, with leader Kim Jong Un photographed bowing at his funeral bier.

International Business Times

North Korea Says Japan PM Requested Summit With Kim Jong Un

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's powerful sister said Monday that Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has requested a summit with her brother, adding a meeting was unlikely without a policy shift by Tokyo.

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