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The leader of North Korea demonstrated the "Hwasong-20" intercontinental missile at a new defense industry museum. Pyongyang also announced the testing of a tactical missile.
North Korea launched two ballistic missiles toward the Sea of Japan. One of them flew more than 910 km; no damage was reported.
Trump criticized Norway after the prize was awarded to Navi Pillay. He stated that the award had been discredited and credited himself with preventing wars.
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry summoned South Korea's ambassador to explain Kyiv's position. Ukraine is ready to restore dialogue despite the ambassador's recall by Seoul.
Seoul conducted the first test of an HGV capable of maneuvering at low altitudes and striking targets precisely. The launch took place after a mine exploded at the border.
Seoul is recalling its ambassador from Ukraine over the disclosure of information about two prisoners of war from North Korea. South Korea is demanding explanations and an apology.
The "Nuri" rocket launched five NEONSAT satellites and 10 CubeSats into orbit. The NEONSAT satellites will be used to monitor the Korean Peninsula and surrounding areas.
Pyongyang rejected Seoul's conclusions that North Korea had planted a mine in the demilitarized zone. North Korea threatened an immediate response to border violations.
In July-August, seven tankers delivered over 176,000 tonnes of fuel from South Korea to russia. Three vessels were under sanctions.
South Korea received an apology from Ukraine for disclosing the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war, but considers it insufficient. Seoul is considering decisive measures.
A commentator criticized Lee Jae-myung’s response to the dispute with Ukraine. He warned that the conflict could harm security cooperation between the countries.
The President of South Korea ordered an investigation into data leaks at banks and government institutions. The regulator is strengthening cybersecurity due to possible AI attacks.
The bronze hand cannon was made in 1377 or 1437. The inscription indicates that it may have been produced by the state.
Nearly 70 PPP lawmakers led a rally in Seoul against reforms to the prosecution and judiciary. The opposition also criticized Lee’s response to the explosion of North Korean mines.
Pyongyang said it had tested a medium-range missile capable of changing its trajectory at low altitude. Seoul reported that it flew 700 km.
On October 3, international and national holidays are celebrated, including Sobriety Day, German Unity Day, and the foundation of South Korea. Believers commemorate Dionysius the Areopagite according to the new calendar and Eustace Placidus according to the old calendar.
Seoul demands an apology for the disclosure of information about two North Korean prisoners of war. Kyiv called the situation a diplomatic misunderstanding.
Ukraine has stated that it needs additional billions of euros in 2026–2027. The EU may return to discussions of frozen\r\nRussian assets.
Seoul did not promise Kyiv military aid in exchange for two captured North Korean soldiers. Ukraine also did not set any conditions for their transfer.
Donald Trump said that North Korea has nuclear capabilities, unlike Iran. The head of the White House called Kim Jong Un his friend.
Indonesia purchased American AAV-7A1s after the Russian BT-3Fs won the tender. The Ukrainian BTR-4s lost the competition.
South Korea’s Foreign Ministry demands explanations and an apology from Ukraine for disclosing the transfer of two North Korean prisoners. Seoul said that a confidential agreement had been violated.
South Korea accused Ukraine of disclosing the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war. Seoul demands explanations and an apology.
South Korea said that publicizing the transfer of two North Korean prisoners undermines trust. Seoul did not rule out additional measures.
The head of the Office of the President said that North Korea is learning from the war against Ukraine and has established mass production of one-way attack drones. He warned of the threat of an escalation in the region.
Lee Jae-myung said that Kyiv disclosed the transfer to Seoul of two prisoners of war from North Korea, contrary to the agreement on confidentiality. He warned of risks to diplomacy and security.
Zelenskyy said that Ukraine handed over two captured North Korean soldiers to South Korea. He also spoke about Putin's promise to seize Donetsk region.
More than 50 UN member states, as well as the EU, called on Russia to agree to a ceasefire and peace talks with Ukraine. They also demand the return of civilians and prisoners of war.
Lee Jae-myung and Donald Trump agreed to help resume dialogue with Pyongyang. Seoul seeks to initiate talks on peace and denuclearization.
Twenty countries and the EU called for coordinating AI standards and oversight. The United States and China did not sign the declaration.