North Korea

North Korea-US summit appears ‘possible at any time’: Seoul spy agency

US President Donald Trump meeting North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at the demilitarised zone separating the two Koreas, in Panmunjom, South Korea, on June 30, 2019.

North Korea says hostile US policy unchanged, vows to strengthen nuclear force

A satellite image shows a nuclear material production factory, in Yongbyon, North Korea, May 17, 2026. 2026 Planet Labs PBC/Handout via REUTERS

US, allies’ maritime drills are a ‘threat’ to North Korea: KCNA

Freedom Edge was first held in June 2024 following an agreement reached by the leaders of the three countries at their Camp David summit in 2023.

Death toll rises to 38 from Russian strike on arms depot, says Zelensky

A car passes by a site of a Russian drone strike as smoke rises, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv region, Ukraine, on Aug 29.

North Korea defence minister dismissed: State media

The leadership shuffle comes shortly after joint annual drills between South Korea and the United States wrapped up.

Underground missile shelter to be built near Tokyo Station

The Tokyo Governor said the site was chosen for its proximity to Tokyo Station, which she described as “the gateway to the capital” with many visiting the area.

South Korea backs Trump bid to revive North Korea talks, seeks nuclear progress

US President Donald Trump has been seeking a new summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un after the two met three times in 2018 and 2019.

South Korea, Japan and US to hold North Korea-focused nuclear missile drill

The annual Freedom Edge drills will be held in international waters to the south and east of the South Korean southern island of Jeju.

North Korea condemns US arms sale to South Korea, vows strong response

North Korea criticised a US plan related to documenting its human rights situation and gathering information on the country.

North Korea to ‘bring joy to Marshal Kim’ with 100 athletes at Asian Games

An aspiring athlete practices a kick during the National Taekwon-Do Fans Contest in Pyongyang on Aug 12.

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