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US calls on South Korea to tighten control over chip exports to China

The United States agrees with South Korea to impose restrictions on the export of semiconductor technology and equipment to China, similar to those already imposed by the United States, as part of efforts to hinder the development of the Chinese semiconductor industry for national security reasons.

News of the World • April 2, 10:18 AM • 24396 views

South Korea imposes sanctions on two Russian companies for cooperation with the DPRK

South Korea has imposed sanctions on two Russian companies and their executives for cooperating with North Korea, which violates UN sanctions by facilitating arms trade and nuclear/missile development.

War • April 2, 01:42 AM • 27770 views

US imposes sanctions on Vladivostok-based company for ties to DPRK

The United States imposed sanctions on the Vladivostok-based company Alis LLC and five other legal entities and individuals for their ties to North Korea.

Economy • March 28, 01:45 AM • 33797 views

The US and South Korea set up a working group to block oil supplies to the DPRK

The United States and South Korea have created a new working group aimed at preventing North Korea from illegally obtaining oil bypassing UN sanctions.

News of the World • March 27, 10:37 AM • 32569 views

Zelenskyy: Putin must lose, and this is a matter of life and death for the democratic world

Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of Putin's defeat for the democratic world, discussed defense cooperation with partners, and thanked those who defend Ukraine from Russian attacks.

War • March 20, 09:07 PM • 28114 views

DPRK sends 7 thousand containers with military aid to Russia - South Korea

According to South Korea's defense minister, since last year, North Korea has shipped about 7,000 containers of ammunition and other military equipment to Russia.

News of the World • March 18, 01:00 PM • 23982 views

Blinken says authoritarian regimes use technology to undermine democracy

Authoritarian regimes use technology to undermine democracy and human rights, so technology should be used to support democratic values and norms, according to US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken.

News of the World • March 18, 08:45 AM • 27847 views

North Korea launches a missile during Anthony Blinken's visit to South Korea

North Korea fires a ballistic missile into the sea during US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken's visit to South Korea, escalating regional tensions.

Politics • March 18, 01:07 AM • 113734 views

Ukrainian women's sabre fencing team wins bronze at the World Cup in Belgium

The Ukrainian women's sabre fencing team won a bronze medal at the World Championships in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium.

Sports • March 17, 11:53 PM • 42168 views

In North Korea, it is recommended to abandon domestic dogs: keeping them is approved only for cooking with them

North Korea prohibits keeping dogs as pets, allowing them to be used only for meat and fur in accordance with socialist principles.

News of the World • March 14, 01:36 PM • 31894 views

South Korea investigates the origin of imported oil, focusing on supplies from russia

South Korea is investigating the origin of imported oil, including russian supplies, due to concerns about possible relabeling.

Economy • March 14, 02:05 AM • 111296 views

"The Defense Procurement Agency signed an agreement with a Korean company to provide the Armed Forces with transportation

The Defense Procurement Agency of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Korean company KG Mobility Corp (SsangYong) for the purchase of vehicles, including pickup trucks, for the Armed Forces of Ukraine without paying excise, customs duty and VAT.

War • March 13, 04:18 PM • 25162 views

Kim Jong-un leads military exercises and calls for preparations for war

Kim Jong-un personally led large-scale military exercises, including the storming of border posts. He urged the army to prepare for war amid annual joint US-South Korean military exercises, which led to an escalation of tensions with South Korea.

War • March 7, 02:56 AM • 104622 views

The premiere of Dune: Part Two" grossed $178 million at the global box office

The second installment of Denis Villeneuve's Dune movie story grossed $178. 5 million in its first week of release worldwide.

Culture • March 4, 09:46 PM • 30209 views

South Korean reconnaissance satellite transmits image of DPRK's center

South Korea's first military satellite has successfully transmitted high-resolution images of Pyongyang city center, including the central square and ships in the port.

News of the World • March 4, 02:46 AM • 36626 views

Korea and the United States launch joint Freedom Shield exercises

South Korea and the United States launched a joint military exercise called Freedom Shield on March 7-14 to practice responding to nuclear and missile threats from North Korea.

News of the World • March 4, 01:47 AM • 32528 views

Japan to participate in space defense exercises with NATO

Japan will participate in a French-led space defense exercise with NATO member and partner countries to counter current and future threats in space.

War • March 3, 02:41 AM • 39004 views

Slovenia faces unprecedented strike by doctors who canceled overtime

Doctors in Slovenia have withdrawn their consent to work overtime, which could lead to significant problems for medical institutions.

Health • March 1, 04:07 PM • 28262 views

North Korea's first spy satellite is alive and well and continues to maneuver - Reuters

North Korea's first spy satellite is still active and under Pyongyang's control. This is evidenced by the data of a specialized expert from the Netherlands, who detected changes in the satellite's orbit.

News of the World • February 28, 11:16 AM • 24664 views

EU considers receiving interest on frozen assets of Russia, but without full confiscation

The EU agrees to confiscate interest from frozen Russian assets to create a fund to support Ukraine's recovery, without resorting to full asset confiscation.

War • February 27, 09:23 AM • 31418 views

South Korea warns that DPRK factories are working at full capacity to supply weapons to Russia

North Korean military plants are operating at full capacity, supplying artillery shells to Russia in exchange for food and raw materials.

News of the World • February 27, 09:13 AM • 25391 views

South Korea registers record number of asylum seekers from Russia - media

Last year, a record 5,750 Russians sought asylum in South Korea, more than five times as many as in 2022.

News of the World • February 26, 12:17 PM • 25686 views

In South Korea, doctors on strike may lose their medical license

More than 9,000 South Korean doctors have stopped working in protest, but face losing their medical licenses if they do not return by Thursday's deadline set by the deputy health minister.

Health • February 26, 04:45 AM • 26590 views

Medical staff strike in South Korea due to the announcement of a reform aimed at changing the number of doctors

South Korean hospitals will extend their working hours and allow for a complete switch to telemedicine services to cope with staff shortages caused by doctors' protests against planned healthcare reforms.

News of the World • February 23, 09:16 AM • 23189 views

russia's absence at Singapore's largest air show opens up opportunities for other companies to win the Asian market - Reuters

Western defense companies are seizing the opportunity to win Asian customers, as russia is not participating in Asia's largest air show in Singapore due to sanctions.

Economy • February 22, 02:39 PM • 22614 views

South Korea to strengthen control over exports of dual-use goods to Russia

South Korea will tighten controls on the export of 682 dual-use goods to Russia and Belarus, including heavy equipment, aircraft parts, and vehicles, due to new sanctions.

War • February 20, 04:33 AM • 24493 views

South Korea and the United States launch joint military exercises

South Korea and the United States launched joint military exercises involving 400 marines to strengthen regional defense capabilities against potential threats from North Korea.

News of the World • February 16, 09:33 PM • 29880 views

New members of the Donor Coordination Platform will allocate more than $5.5 billion for Ukraine's reconstruction

The new members of the Donor Coordination Platform will commit more than $5. 5 billion to Ukraine's recovery to help avoid financial instability in 2024.

Economy • February 15, 03:24 PM • 25309 views

Kim Jong Un says he has the "legal right" to destroy South Korea

Kim Jong-un threatened to destroy South Korea and called it the "main enemy" during a speech in honor of the founding of the North Korean army.

News of the World • February 9, 11:08 AM • 25767 views

DPRK suspends all economic cooperation with South Korea

North Korea votes to cancel all economic agreements with South Korea and repeal laws governing economic cooperation between the two countries.

News of the World • February 8, 01:48 AM • 33806 views