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North Korea will send around 100 athletes to the Asian Games in Japan

North Korea plans to enter around 100 athletes in 14 sports at the Asian Games in Japan. The competition will take place from September 19 to October 4.

Sports • August 26, 09:47 AM • 4165 views
North Korea is preparing a new troop deployment to Russia - Seoul

Seoul said that Pyongyang continues preparations to send troops to Russia, but there are no signs of an imminent deployment. North Korea is also supplying missiles.

War in Ukraine • August 24, 10:00 AM • 5153 views
North Korea stated that the reduction in U.S. and South Korean military exercises “changes nothing”

Kim Yo Jong called the joint exercises provocative despite their reduction. She also denied contacts between Kim Jong Un and Trump.

Politics • August 20, 06:42 AM • 4837 views
Seoul called for dialogue with North Korea on formally ending Korean War

Lee Jae-myung called for talks with North Korea, proposing to replace the armistice with a peace regime. He also emphasized the need to prevent conflict and limit Pyongyang’s nuclear capabilities.

News of the World • August 15, 06:56 AM • 10833 views
Japan has expressed its protest over putin's visit to the disputed islands

Japan strongly protests against putin's visit to Iturup, which it considers its territory. The visit took place after the launch of a missile by North Korea.

News of the World • August 13, 06:28 AM • 4805 views
North Korea launched a ballistic missile toward the sea amid preparations for U.S.–South Korean exercises

On August 12, North Korea launched a ballistic missile from the Wonsan area, marking the second test in a week. The launch took place amid preparations for joint U.S.–South Korean exercises.

News of the World • August 12, 04:10 AM • 3852 views
North Korean hackers are creating AI tools for cyberattacks - media

The Kimsuky hacking group has created tools for running AI models locally and analyzing stolen data. They also use AI to create phishing campaigns and malware.

News of the World • August 10, 05:50 AM • 9848 views
North Koreans urged to beat the heat with dog soup

North Korean authorities recommend hot dishes, including dog meat soup, to combat the heat. Temperatures on the peninsula are reaching 40°C, while South Korea is recording fatalities.

News of the World • August 7, 06:50 AM • 10220 views
North Korea threatened military measures over Japan's rearmament

Kim Jong Un's sister Kim Yo Jong stated that additional military measures are being prepared in response to Japan's strengthening of its defense capabilities. Pyongyang accused Tokyo of turning into a "military state."

News of the World • August 5, 04:57 AM • 9290 views
South Korea has asked the DPRK for help in finding a missing sailor

South Korea has asked North Korea for help in searching for a sailor who went missing near the inter-Korean maritime border. The request was conveyed through journalists, as there is no active communication channel.

News of the World • July 12, 09:56 PM • 36188 views
North Korea recalls ambassador from Britain over sanctions against children's camp

Pyongyang has recalled its ambassador from London due to sanctions against the Songdowon camp. Diplomatic relations have been downgraded to the level of a North Korean chargé d'affaires.

Politics • June 18, 04:15 AM • 5687 views
Former South Korean President sentenced to 30 years for launching drones to Pyongyang

A Seoul court has sentenced the former president to 30 years in prison for sending drones to Pyongyang. The purpose of the operation was to create grounds for the imposition of martial law.

News of the World • June 12, 06:34 AM • 4540 views
Xi Jinping claims deeper mutual understanding at the conclusion of the summit with the DPRKVideo

Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un agreed to expand cooperation in economy and politics. Pyongyang officially supported the One China principle.

News of the World • June 9, 12:07 PM • 3463 views
Xi Jinping arrived in the DPRK on a rare visit and announced an "invincible friendship"Video

Xi Jinping arrived in the DPRK to strengthen friendship and discuss stability. This is his first visit to Pyongyang since 2019.

News of the World • June 8, 07:17 AM • 5708 views
Xi Jinping to visit Kim Jong Un in North Korea for the first time since 2019

Chinese leader Xi Jinping will visit Pyongyang on June 8-9 at the invitation of Kim Jong Un. The parties will discuss strengthening relations and regional security issues.

News of the World • June 5, 12:23 PM • 3966 views
DPRK enshrines automatic nuclear strike in constitution in case of Kim Jong Un's assassination

Pyongyang has amended its constitution to allow for a nuclear strike in the event of Kim Jong Un's assassination. The decision was made following the death of Iran's supreme leader as a result of attacks.

News of the World • May 10, 11:35 AM • 5140 views
DPRK claims record production of shells for the Russian army and the war against UkrainePhoto

Pyongyang has quadrupled its production of shells for the needs of the Russian army. According to estimates, the DPRK has already transferred between one and six million rounds of ammunition to Russia.

News of the World • May 10, 12:59 AM • 17580 views
North Korea women's football team plans first match in South Korea since 2014

Pyongyang-based team Naegohyang will play against Suwon in the AFC Women's Champions League semi-finals on May 20. This marks the first visit by North Korean female footballers since 2014.

Sports • May 4, 05:31 AM • 4553 views
Peru investigates the dispatch of its citizens to fight for Russia in the war against UkraineVideo

The Peruvian Prosecutor's Office is investigating the recruitment of its citizens for the war under the guise of employment. There are reports of 13 citizens killed on the front lines in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 2, 03:19 PM • 4767 views
Kim Jong Un supported China's idea of a "multipolar world"

The DPRK leader met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to strengthen their alliance. Kim Jong Un reaffirmed his one-China policy and expanded cooperation.

News of the World • April 11, 04:30 PM • 5045 views
DPRK and China agree to deepen cooperation after talks between foreign ministersPhoto

The foreign ministers of China and North Korea held talks in Pyongyang on strengthening communication. The parties agreed to strengthen exchanges ahead of Trump's visit.

Politics • April 10, 03:43 AM • 6059 views
South Korean President apologizes to DPRK for drone incursion

Lee Jae-myung expressed regret over the drone launch, which involved an intelligence officer and a soldier. Prosecutors have charged a 30-year-old citizen.

News of the World • April 6, 05:01 AM • 15672 views
Lukashenka gifted Kim Jong Un an assault rifle and signed a "friendship" agreement with North KoreaVideo

The leaders of the countries signed a friendship treaty and exchanged weapons in Pyongyang. The parties concluded about ten agreements and memorandums on new cooperation.

News of the World • March 26, 01:31 PM • 4895 views
Lukashenka arrived in North Korea to meet Kim Jong Un - they plan to sign a "friendship treaty"

The Belarusian ruler began an official visit to Pyongyang for negotiations. The parties plan to identify areas of interest and sign a joint treaty.

News of the World • March 25, 08:00 AM • 5175 views
Kim Jong Un reappointed to key state post in DPRK

The Supreme People's Assembly of the DPRK reappointed Kim Jong Un as head of the State Affairs Commission. Deputies also considered changes to the constitution and economy.

News of the World • March 23, 02:40 AM • 6802 views
Kim Jong Un conducted tests of 600mm multiple rocket launchersPhoto

North Korea launched more than ten 600mm rockets at an island in the East Sea. The projectiles flew approximately 364 km and hit the target with complete accuracy.

News of the World • March 15, 07:05 AM • 6123 views
China launches first passenger train to North Korea in six years

The railway connection between Beijing and Pyongyang resumes on Thursday. Train K27 will arrive in the North Korean capital after a stop in Dandong.

News of the World • March 12, 07:00 AM • 4160 views
South Korean President calls on DPRK to immediately resume peace dialogue

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung proposed to Pyongyang to return to the negotiating table to discuss a new stage of relations. He emphasized the importance of restoring contact to stabilize the situation on the peninsula.

Politics • March 1, 04:31 AM • 10598 views
Ukraine called on Botswana to officially raise the issue of recruiting its citizens for Russia's war

Ukraine took note of the statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Botswana regarding the possible recruitment of its citizens to participate in Russia's war against Ukraine. The Ukrainian side positively assesses the steps taken by the government of Botswana to verify the information and is ready for dialogue.

Politics • February 27, 01:39 PM • 5136 views
Thousands of dead soldiers were missing from the DPRK military's 'march' with the Russian flag - MFAVideo

Heorhiy Tykhyi called the march of North Korean soldiers with the Russian flag in Pyongyang a propaganda farce. He stated that thousands of DPRK soldiers died fighting on Russia's side.

Politics • February 27, 12:24 PM • 8354 views