Celebrations galore during North Korea’s ‘Day of the Sun’ holiday
A recap of everything in state media this week, from Kim Il Sung’s birth anniversary celebrations to artillery…
UN nuclear watchdog chief seeks ROK support in tackling North Korean nuke threat
The head of the U.N.’s nuclear watchdog expressed “deep concerns” about North Korea’s expanding nuclear weapons arsenal in…
North Korean economy is ‘recovering’ thanks to Russia, China ties: Seoul
North Korea’s economy has entered a phase of gradual recovery after a period of contraction, according to Seoul’s…
China greenlights new seafood inspection facility on North Korea border
China has greenlit the operation of a seafood inspection facility that can process imports in a city on…
Ukraine and Germany sign defence deal, boost drone cooperation | Northwest & National News
The leaders of Ukraine and Germany on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership centred on defence as Europe seeks…
Russian swimmers get flag, anthem back as a key Olympic sport drops its restrictions | Olympics
The governing body for international swimming and aquatic sports will allow athletes from Russia to compete without restrictions…
Putin, Lukashenko discuss trilateral cooperation with North Korea in phone call
The leaders of Russia and Belarus discussed the possibility of trilateral cooperation with North Korea in talks on…
Switzerland to reopen cooperation office in North Korea after 6 years
Switzerland plans to reopen its international cooperation office in North Korea this year, after a six-year absence due…
North Korea says it tested missiles with cluster munitions, blackout bombs
North Korea said it conducted a series of weapons tests over three days this week, including a graphite…
Trump blasts NATO after closed-door Rutte meeting | Nation
US President Donald Trump bashed NATO and appeared to renew his threats over Greenland after a closed-door meeting…
North Korean vice economic minister to serve as new ambassador to Belarus
A senior North Korean diplomat who has helped manage ties with Moscow will serve as Pyongyang’s new ambassador…
Russian strikes on Ukraine kill 5 people, wound 30 more | Latest News
KYIV, Ukraine — Russian drone strikes on Ukraine overnight killed five people and injured 30 more, Ukrainian officials…