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Russia attacked Ukrainian cities, killing at least nine civilians in locations including Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk. During these attacks, President Zelenskyy warned that Moscow is receiving military assistance, such as ballistic missiles, from North Korea. He also stated that Russia is preparing for escalation through increased missile production and troop mobilization.

North Korea is preparing to deploy a missile unit to western Russia that could operate up to 120 ballistic missiles for strikes on Ukraine, according to a Ukrainian military intelligence official. The move would escalate military cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang.

South Korea is shifting away from its policy of prioritizing immediate denuclearization of North Korea. Experts believe this change is unlikely to prompt Pyongyang to reengage in negotiations.

South Korea is moving away from its policy of prioritizing the immediate denuclearization of North Korea. Experts doubt Pyongyang will return to the negotiating table.

North Korea is reportedly sending 30,000 troops to Russia to support its war in Ukraine, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. This move could deepen defense ties between the two countries and escalate Pyongyang's involvement in the conflict, as analysts describe it as a 'win-win'.

South Korea has abandoned its policy of prioritizing pressure on North Korea to dismantle its nuclear weapons, a shift led by President Lee Jae Myung, who reversed the stance of his predecessor. North Korea has not yet responded to repeated offers for unconditional talks.

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with North Korea’s foreign minister and thanked Pyongyang for supporting his war against Ukraine, as part of high-level diplomatic discussions, according to Russian state media.

Kim Jong Un oversaw ballistic missile tests in Pyongyang as North Korea's leader called for stronger offensive capabilities along the border with South Korea. The tests involved 'major weapons' aimed at enhancing strike capabilities.

Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visit to Pyongyang may mark a turning point in the international debate over North Korea’s nuclear weapons. The visit avoided public discussion of denuclearisation, with Xi instead advocating for expanded cooperation.

Ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and his former defense minister were sentenced to 30 years in prison for allegedly ordering drone flights over Pyongyang in 2024 to heighten tensions with North Korea and justify declaring martial law. The case centers on accusations that the drone operations were intended to justify domestic martial law.

Ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and his former defense minister were sentenced to 30 years in prison for ordering drone flights over Pyongyang in 2024 to heighten tensions with North Korea and justify martial law. The case alleges these actions were intended to escalate regional tensions and support the declaration of martial law domestically.

South Korea’s ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol and his former defense minister have been sentenced to 30 years in prison for allegedly ordering drone flights over Pyongyang to heighten tensions with North Korea and justify declaring martial law at home.

South Korea’s ex-president Yoon Suk-yeol was sentenced to 30 years in prison for sending drones into North Korea, a move prosecutors claimed was intended to create a pretext for his 2024 martial law declaration. He had previously been sentenced to life in jail in February for leading an insurrection to 'paralyse' South Korea’s...

China has not explicitly addressed nuclear weapons during and after President Xi Jinping's recent visit to North Korea, but analysts suggest this does not indicate acceptance of Pyongyang's growing nuclear arsenal. Neither Beijing nor Pyongyang mentioned nuclear weapons or denuclearisation in official statements following the two-day state visit.

Pyongyang has leveraged its partnership with Moscow to gain strategic influence over Beijing, shifting from economic dependence to reshaping power dynamics in Asia. The Russian invasion of Ukraine and intensifying major power confrontations facilitated this shift.

Chinese President Xi Jinping returned home after a rare visit to North Korea, where he met with leader Kim Jong Un to discuss expanding cooperation in trade, agriculture, and technology. The leaders emphasized strengthening bilateral ties and traditional friendship but did not address North Korea's nuclear program during their summit.

Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit North Korea following meetings with Trump and Putin, emphasizing an 'invincible friendship' to strengthen ties. Analysts suggest Beijing prioritizes regime stability in North Korea as a strategic buffer amid U.S. rivalry.

China and North Korea's leaders met in Pyongyang on June 8 to reaffirm traditional ties amid growing geopolitical tension. The summit highlights Kim Jong-Un's strong position as North Korea's leader and aims to strengthen the alliance between the two nations.

President Xi Jinping is visiting North Korea for a rare summit with Kim Jong Un, where they pledge to strengthen cooperation. The meeting marks a significant diplomatic engagement between the two nations.

Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un pledged stronger ties during a two-day visit to Pyongyang. This marks Xi's first official trip to North Korea since 2019.

Chinese President Xi has been welcomed in Pyongyang for his first visit since 2019. The article references the proverbial phrase 'as close as lips and teeth' to describe China-North Korea relations.

Chinese President Xi Jinping visited North Korea and stayed at the Kumsusan State Guest House in Pyongyang. He was welcomed by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un at the airport and attended a ceremony at Kim Il-sung Square. The guest house, completed in 2019, was first used during Xi's previous visit to North Korea.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met in Pyongyang at a rare summit.

Xi and Kim expressed hopes for greater ties between China and North Korea. Xi traveled to Pyongyang in a likely attempt to reassert China's influence over its socialist neighbor.

Xi traveled to Pyongyang to meet with Kim, expressing hopes for stronger China-North Korea ties. The visit aims to reinforce China's influence over its socialist neighbor.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met in Pyongyang to strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, agriculture, construction, and technology. They emphasized strategic unity and reaffirmed their nations' commitment to the 65-year-old mutual defense treaty.

Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting North Korea for the first time in seven years, receiving a colorful welcome in Pyongyang.

Chinese leader Xi visited North Korea for a meeting with Kim. This is Xi's first trip to Pyongyang in seven years, occurring as North Korea has increased its rhetoric on nuclear expansion.

Xi Jinping arrived in Pyongyang for a two-day visit, his first to North Korea since 2019. He emphasized the 'combat friendship forged in blood' and mutual trust between China and North Korea, pledging to deepen strategic communication.

Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to travel to Pyongyang in his first visit in seven years, a trip likely meant to reassert China’s unique influence over North Korea in return for providing economic and political benefits.

President Xi Jinping is visiting North Korea for the first time in seven years to strengthen economic and diplomatic ties, amid stalled progress on denuclearisation. Analysts suggest the visit highlights China's confidence and its role as Pyongyang's key ally.

Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting North Korea for the first time in seven years. The visit occurs amid significant military developments.

North Korea reaffirms its status as a nuclear-armed state, with Kim Yo-jong stating the country will not back down or tolerate threats. This declaration comes ahead of a visit by China's Xi, as reported by state media KCNA.

Chinese leader Xi Jinping will visit Pyongyang on June 8 for the first time in seven years, following recent summits with the U.S. and Russian presidents.

Chinese leader Xi is set to visit North Korea on June 8-9, his first visit in seven years, as Pyongyang strengthens relations with Russia.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un met with the AFC Women’s Champions League-winning Naegohyang Women’s FC team in Pyongyang, celebrating their historic first title. The team defeated Tokyo Verdy Beleza of Japan 1-0 in the final on May 23.

China's President Xi Jinping is expected to visit Pyongyang soon, ending a seven-year gap since the last high-level diplomatic engagement between China and North Korea. The visit highlights China's strategic interest in maintaining a strong relationship with North Korea.

North Korea is engaging in sports diplomacy with South Korea under its new 'two states' policy, rebranding inter-Korean exchanges as inter-state interactions. Women's football is highlighted as a medium for this renewed engagement.

Dandong, a Chinese border city facing North Korea across the Yalu River, shows signs of improved China-North Korea relations through resuming cross-border rail traffic. Freight volumes have increased, and travel agencies report rising inquiries, with the first passenger trains crossing the border since March.

North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea, according to South Korea's military. This incident marks the latest in a series of weapons demonstrations by Pyongyang this year.