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Report: US Navy SEALs Killed North Korean Civilians in Botched 2019 Mission

Report: US Navy SEALs Killed North Korean Civilians in Botched 2019 Mission

Report: US Navy SEALs Killed North Korean Civilians in Botched 2019 Mission A recent report by a leading US news outlet reveals that US Navy SEALs killed several North Korean civilians during a botched mission in early 2019. The operation, reportedly approved by then-President Donald Trump, aimed to plant a listening device in the nuclear-armed nation. The New York Times detailed that the classified mission was executed by the US Navy’s SEAL Team 6 amidst high-stakes diplomatic negotiations between Washington…

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Kim Jong-un’s Daughter Kim Ju-ae Makes International Debut in China, Fuelling Succession Talk

Kim Jong-un’s Daughter Kim Ju-ae Makes International Debut in China, Fuelling Succession Talk

Kim Jong-un’s Daughter Kim Ju-ae Makes International Debut in China, Fuelling Succession Talk Kim Jong-un’s daughter, Kim Ju-ae, has made her highly anticipated international debut in China, arriving in Beijing ahead of President Xi Jinping’s “victory day” parade. This high-profile appearance has significantly intensified speculation that she is being groomed to become North Korea’s first female leader. Photos released by North Korean state media show Kim Ju-ae, believed to be in her early teens, stepping off her father’s heavily armoured…

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North Korea Tests New Anti-Air Missiles Amid US-South Korea Drills

North Korea Tests New Anti-Air Missiles Amid US-South Korea Drills

North Korea Tests New Anti-Air Missiles Amid US-South Korea Drills SEOUL, South Korea – North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised the test-firing of two new types of antiair missiles on Saturday, state media reported Sunday, showcasing the nation’s expanding military capabilities. The tests occurred as South Korean and U.S. militaries conduct joint drills, heightening regional tensions. According to the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), the tests successfully demonstrated the missiles’ effectiveness against aerial threats such as drones and…

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Kim Jong Un’s Emotional Tribute Confirms North Korean Military Losses in Russia-Ukraine War

Kim Jong Un’s Emotional Tribute Confirms North Korean Military Losses in Russia-Ukraine War

Kim Jong Un’s Emotional Tribute Confirms North Korean Military Losses in Russia-Ukraine War North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has made a rare public acknowledgment of military losses, expressing profound grief over soldiers killed while fighting for Russia in its war against Ukraine. Speaking at an emotional ceremony in Pyongyang on Thursday, August 21, Kim paid tribute to the fallen, stating his ‘heart aches’ as he met with commanders and bereaved families. State media KCNA released photos showing Kim pinning…

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Kim Yo Jong Mocks South Korea, Firmly Rejects Diplomacy Amid Loudspeaker Standoff

Kim Yo Jong Mocks South Korea, Firmly Rejects Diplomacy Amid Loudspeaker Standoff

Kim Yo Jong Mocks South Korea, Firmly Rejects Diplomacy Amid Loudspeaker Standoff Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, today vehemently dismissed South Korean assertions that Pyongyang is dismantling loudspeakers along their shared border. Her statement, published by state media, mocked Seoul’s hopes for renewed inter-Korean dialogue amidst escalating tensions. This comes after South Korea’s military reported over the weekend detecting the North removing some of its border loudspeakers, a move that followed Seoul’s…

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North Korea Firmly Denies Removing Border Loudspeakers, Rejects Seoul’s Claims

North Korea Firmly Denies Removing Border Loudspeakers, Rejects Seoul’s Claims

North Korea Firmly Denies Removing Border Loudspeakers, Rejects Seoul’s Claims North Korea has strongly refuted South Korea’s assertions that it has dismantled propaganda loudspeakers along their shared border. Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, declared that Pyongyang has “never removed” the speakers and has no intention of doing so. In a statement published by state media KCNA on Thursday, Kim Yo Jong directly challenged earlier claims from South Korea’s military regarding the removal…

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North Korea Begins Removing Border Loudspeakers, Mirroring South’s De-escalation Efforts

North Korea Begins Removing Border Loudspeakers, Mirroring South’s De-escalation Efforts

North Korea Begins Removing Border Loudspeakers, Mirroring South’s De-escalation Efforts In a significant move towards easing inter-Korean tensions, North Korea’s military has reportedly begun removing loudspeakers from its highly fortified border with South Korea. This action follows South Korea’s recent dismantling of its own front-line speakers, which were previously used for anti-North Korean propaganda broadcasts. South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff confirmed detecting the speaker removal but did not specify the exact locations or whether Pyongyang intends to remove all…

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Pyongyang Declares Irreversible Nuclear Status, Rejects Denuclearization Talks with US

Pyongyang Declares Irreversible Nuclear Status, Rejects Denuclearization Talks with US

Pyongyang Declares Irreversible Nuclear Status, Rejects Denuclearization Talks with US North Korea has issued a stark warning to the United States, demanding the acceptance of its ‘irreversible’ status as a nuclear weapons state and dismissing any future talks aimed at denuclearization as a ‘mockery’. Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of leader Kim Jong Un, conveyed this firm stance through the state-run Korean Central News Agency on Tuesday. Kim Yo Jong stressed that recognizing Pyongyang’s evolved capabilities and the radically…

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North Korea Rejects Seoul’s Outreach, Citing US Alliance and Upcoming Drills

North Korea Rejects Seoul’s Outreach, Citing US Alliance and Upcoming Drills

North Korea Rejects Seoul’s Outreach, Citing US Alliance and Upcoming Drills SEOUL — Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has firmly rebuffed recent overtures from South Korea’s new liberal government. In a statement released Monday, she criticized Seoul’s “blind trust” in its alliance with the United States and its perceived hostility toward Pyongyang, asserting that these factors make the current administration no different from its conservative predecessors. Her comments signal Pyongyang’s lack of…

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North Korea Reiterates Support for Russia Amidst Ukraine Conflict

North Korea Reiterates Support for Russia Amidst Ukraine Conflict

North Korea Reiterates Support for Russia Amidst Ukraine Conflict North Korea has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Russia’s military actions in Ukraine, a stance publicly declared during a high-profile visit by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to Pyongyang. The declaration underscores the deepening ties between the two nations, particularly as both face international sanctions and criticism over their respective geopolitical alignments. During the visit, North Korean officials reportedly expressed full solidarity with Moscow’s objectives in the ongoing conflict. This endorsement…

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Kim Jong Un Pledges Unconditional Support to Russia Amid Renewed Ukraine Aid

Kim Jong Un Pledges Unconditional Support to Russia Amid Renewed Ukraine Aid

Kim Jong Un Pledges Unconditional Support to Russia Amid Renewed Ukraine Aid North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has reiterated his country’s “unconditional support” for Russia’s war in Ukraine, following recent talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Pyongyang. The meeting, which took place on Saturday, saw Kim affirm North Korea’s backing for “all the measures taken by the Russian leadership” to address the “root cause of the Ukrainian crisis.” This renewed pledge of solidarity comes as the United…

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South Korea Repatriates Six North Koreans Amid Escalating Border Tensions

South Korea Repatriates Six North Koreans Amid Escalating Border Tensions

South Korea Repatriates Six North Koreans Amid Escalating Border Tensions SEOUL — South Korea today confirmed the repatriation of six North Koreans who had drifted south in wooden boats earlier this year, sending them back across the sea border on Wednesday morning. This move comes after months of failed attempts by Seoul to coordinate with Pyongyang for their return, highlighting the strained relations between the two Koreas. The six individuals, who arrived in South Korean waters in March and May,…

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North Korean Defector Crosses DMZ in Rare Direct Land Crossing to South

North Korean Defector Crosses DMZ in Rare Direct Land Crossing to South

North Korean Defector Crosses DMZ in Rare Direct Land Crossing to South In an exceptionally rare incident, a North Korean individual has successfully crossed the heavily fortified Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) into South Korea. This direct land defection is highly unusual, as the vast majority of North Koreans seeking to escape their country typically undertake a perilous indirect route via China and other third countries, rather than attempting the dangerous, heavily guarded inter-Korean border. South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS)…

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North Korean Breaches Fortified Border, Detained by South Korean Military

North Korean Breaches Fortified Border, Detained by South Korean Military

North Korean Breaches Fortified Border, Detained by South Korean Military An unidentified North Korean individual successfully crossed the heavily fortified land border into South Korea late Thursday evening, according to an announcement by the South Korean military on Friday. The individual is now in South Korean custody. The South’s Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) reported that military personnel identified and tracked the individual near the central-west section of the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) before conducting a “guiding operation” to safely take…

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North Korean Individual Crosses Heavily Fortified Border, In South Korean Custody

North Korean Individual Crosses Heavily Fortified Border, In South Korean Custody

North Korean Individual Crosses Heavily Fortified Border, In South Korean Custody SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — An unidentified North Korean individual successfully crossed the heavily fortified land border separating the two Koreas and is now in South Korean custody. The South’s Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) confirmed the incident, which occurred Thursday night, stating that military personnel identified and tracked the person near the central-west section of the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) before conducting a “guiding operation.” Authorities are currently investigating…

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NK-Russia Military-Industrial Complex Deepens: Troop Deployments & Tech Exchange Confirmed

NK-Russia Military-Industrial Complex Deepens: Troop Deployments & Tech Exchange Confirmed

NK-Russia Military-Industrial Complex Deepens: Troop Deployments & Tech Exchange Confirmed North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met with Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu in Pyongyang, solidifying military cooperation between the two nations. KCNA reports confirmed discussions regarding the deployment of 5,000 North Korean construction workers and 1,000 sappers to the Kursk region of Russia for post-conflict reconstruction. This follows earlier reports of significant North Korean artillery shell and troop deployments to support Russia’s operations in Ukraine, a violation of…

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