North Korea has labelled South Korea a “puppet” following its participation in the US-led Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) naval exercise. Pyongyang warned that Seoul and Washington would bear responsibility for any unpredictable regional escalation. The remarks highlight growing tensions on the Korean Peninsula amid expanding military cooperation. According to North Korea’s state media KCNA, […]
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North Korea slams NATO, rejects denuclearisation calls
North Korea on Saturday condemned the United States and its allies following this week’s NATO summit, accusing the alliance of expanding military blocs and increasing arms spending. Pyongyang also argued that denuclearisation efforts should first focus on US allies rather than North Korea. The remarks underscore growing security tensions in Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. […]
Kim unveils plan to expand North Korea’s naval forces
Kim Jong-un has announced an ambitious plan to strengthen the North Korea’s naval forces, calling for the construction of two major warships annually over the next five years as part of a broader military modernization effort. Speaking at a commissioning ceremony for the newly deployed Choe Hyon destroyer, Kim said North Korea should build two […]
Xi says North Korea visit deepens bilateral understanding
Chinese President Xi Jinping has said his latest visit to North Korea has deepened mutual understanding between the two countries, marking what officials described as a new phase in bilateral relations. Read More: Xi visit boosts Kim’s confidence amid regional tensions Xi wrapped up his first trip to Pyongyang in seven years on Tuesday, concluding a […]
Xi Jinping visits North Korea, vows ‘invincible friendship’
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in North Korea on Monday in a rare diplomatic visit, declaring an “invincible friendship” with Pyongyang as Beijing and Pyongyang reaffirmed close ties amid shifting global alliances. Read More: Xi visit boosts Kim’s confidence amid regional tensions The visit marks Xi’s first trip abroad this year and his first visit to […]
Xi visit boosts Kim’s confidence amid regional tensions
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is set to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping to Pyongyang on Monday in a visit that highlights strengthening ties between the two neighbors. The summit comes as Kim projects growing confidence, backed by an expanding nuclear arsenal, closer relations with Russia and limited interest in renewed engagement with the […]
Xi to visit North Korea as China seeks closer ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit North Korea from June 8 to 9, marking his first trip to the country in nearly seven years as Beijing moves to strengthen relations with its long-time ally. Read More: Trump praises China’s Xi over handling of North Korea According to Chinese state media, Xi will travel to Pyongyang at the invitation […]
North Korea says nuclear material capacity has doubled
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said the country’s capacity to produce weapons-grade nuclear material has more than doubled over the past five years, signaling Pyongyang’s continued commitment to expanding its nuclear arsenal. Read More: North Korea may have made more nuclear bombs According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), Kim made the remarks during […]
North Korea fires short-range ballistic missile, Seoul says
SEOUL: North Korea fired several projectiles, including at least one short-range ballistic missile, toward waters off its west coast on Tuesday, South Korea’s military said, marking the country’s first known missile launch since April. According to South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS), the projectiles were launched at around 1pm local time (0400 GMT) from […]
North Korea says it is not bound by nuclear non-proliferation treaty
North Korea has declared that it is no longer bound by any treaty related to nuclear non-proliferation, reaffirming its stance as a nuclear weapons state amid continued international pressure over its weapons programme. Read More: North Korea Declines Participation in NPT Framework According to state media outlet KCNA, North Korea’s permanent representative to the United Nations, […]