South Korea's foreign minister accused russia of illegal arms trade with North Korea. According to him, the DPRK supplies missiles to Russia in exchange for economic and military support.
Former Defense Minister Shigeru Ishiba has won the election as leader of Japan's ruling party. He plans to strengthen the military alliance with the United States and discuss the creation of an “Asian NATO.
Eric Adams is awaiting federal charges and has maintained his innocence. Earlier, it was reported about an investigation into possible illegal donations to his 2021 campaign, including possible donations from the Turkish government.
North Korea has tested new tactical ballistic missiles with “super-sized warheads” and modified cruise missiles. The tests were led by Kim Jong-un, who stated the need to expand the country's nuclear capabilities.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will address the UN Security Council on Tuesday, September 24. He will present a “victory plan” during his visit to the United States, when world leaders will gather for the annual meeting of the UN General Assembly.
North Korea launched several short-range ballistic missiles that landed near the east coast. Japan and South Korea condemned the DPRK's actions as a provocation that threatens peace in the region.
The annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise will take place on August 19-29. It includes command and control and field exercises to strengthen joint defense against threats from North Korea.
Yun Seok-yeol proposed to establish an advisory body with North Korea to discuss tensions and resume cooperation. He is ready for political and economic cooperation if the DPRK takes a step toward denuclearization.
A photo exhibition documenting Russian war crimes in Ukraine was presented in the Angolan capital.
Ukrainian athlete Pavlo Korostylov finished fifth in the 25-meter pistol final of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. He scored 16 points, while Chinese Li Yuehong won the gold medal with 32 points.
The Japanese company Mitsubishi Heavy Industries will become the main manufacturer of AIM-120 AMRAAM missiles. This will help ensure the uninterrupted transfer of missiles to Ukraine from the US Air Force.
On July 31, Ukrainians will compete in shooting, diving, rowing, swimming, gymnastics, tennis, and boxing. The day before, the national team achieved success in tennis and boxing but concluded its participation in football.
Ukrainian fencer Olha Harlan won a bronze medal at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. In the third place match, she defeated Choi Sibin of the Republic of Korea with a score of 15:14.
North Korean officials are looking abroad for medicines to help dictator Kim Jong-un solve his health problems.
South Korea, Japan, and the United States signed a document on security cooperation against DPRK threats. The memorandum provides for political consultations, information exchange, and joint exercises.
North Korea has said it is ready to “completely destroy” its enemies in the event of war when leader Kim Jong Un gives the order.
US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken criticized China's escalation and illegal actions in the South China Sea.
Yun Suk-yeol discussed with the IOC head the mistake at the opening ceremony of the Olympics in Paris, where South Korea was presented as the DPRK. The President warned that such mistakes are unacceptable and expressed hope for a successful Games.
At the opening ceremony of the Olympics in Paris, the announcer introduced the South Korean team as the DPRK. The IOC apologized for the mistake, and the IOC president plans to speak with the South Korean president.
The Chinese national team defeated the Republic of Korea in the 10-meter rifle mix final with a score of 16:12. This is China's first gold medal at the 2024 Olympic Games.
Intelligence agencies from the United States, Britain, and South Korea have exposed a DPRK cyberespionage campaign. Hackers attacked defense companies in an attempt to obtain data on nuclear and missile technologies.
South Korean archer Lim Shihyeon set a world record at the Paris Olympics with 694 points. This is 2 points more than the previous record set by her compatriot Kang Jae-young in 2019.
Australia will provide Ukraine with $250 million in military aid, including guided and air defense missiles, anti-tank weapons, ammunition, and personnel for a new NATO command to coordinate assistance to Ukraine.
At the NATO summit, President Zelenskyy met with leaders of Indo-Pacific partner countries Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand to discuss security issues in the rapidly changing Indo-Pacific region, Ukraine's urgent need for air defense systems, and expressed gratitude for defense assistance from Australia and New Zealand.
NATO sees no immediate military threat to any member of the Alliance, as Russia is now fully engaged in the war against Ukraine. However, the Alliance remains vigilant against potential cyberattacks, sabotage and other hostile actions.
South Korean President Yun Suk-yol plans to discuss the "clear threat" posed to Europe by North Korea's deepening military ties with Russia at the upcoming NATO summit.
Next week, NATO plans to release a document on expanding cooperation with Australia, Japan, New Zealand and South Korea to respond to threats such as cybersecurity and disinformation from China and Russia.
Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold bilateral meetings with the leaders of Turkey, Mongolia, Azerbaijan, Pakistan and Iran on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in early July.
For the first time in six years, South Korea has resumed artillery exercises near the border with North Korea, aimed at strengthening military readiness and the ability to respond to potential provocations.
North Korea has tested a new tactical ballistic missile, the Hwasongpho-11Da-4. 5, designed to carry an ultra-large 4.5-ton warhead with a range of 90-500 km.
