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Two teens have been sentenced to 12 years hard labour for a wildly minor offence.
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Hermit Kingdom welcomes first tourists since pandemic
The mysterious country is the last to reopen since closing to tourists in January 2020.
North Korea launches ballistic missile towards sea, South Korea claims
It's the first missile the isolated country has launched in about a month.
South Korea vows action after North Korea fires 200 artillery rounds near disputed boundary
Rivals' drills are the first in about a year and are expected to deepen their animosity.
Kim Jong Un orders military to ‘thoroughly annihilate’ US, South Korea if provoked
Kim is expected to ramp up weapons tests in 2024 ahead of the US presidential election.
North Korea’s Kim says he’ll launch 3 more spy satellites and build more nuclear weapons in 2024
Kim called for 'overwhelming' war readiness against US-led confrontational moves.
South Korea will warn Apec leaders about Russia-North Korea arms deal risk
Concerns North Korea may make a move against South while world is distracted.
US claims North Korea delivered weapons to Russia
Speculation about a possible North Korean plan to refill Russia’s munition stores flares.
Satellite photos fuel increasing fears of North Korean arms supply to Russia
Recent satellite photos show a sharp increase in rail traffic along the border.
US soldier who crossed into North Korea two months ago is released
US ally Sweden and rival China helped with the transfer of US soldier.
North Korea offered 'full and unconditional support' to Putin - report
During a six-day visit, the two countries said they discussed boosting their defence ties.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un returning home after Russia trip
Kim had met President Vladimir Putin and visited key military and technology sites.
North Korea leader inspects bombers and warship on a visit to Russia
The visit has sparked concern about an arms alliance that could fuel Russia's war.
North Korea’s leader inspects bombers, warship in Russia
All types of warplanes shown to Kim Jong Un have seen active use in Ukraine.
North Korea vows 'full support' for Putin at summit
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un has vowed 'full and unconditional support' for Russia.
Bulletproof, slow and full of wine: Kim Jong Un’s mystery train
New York Times: North Korean leader travelled to Russia on a train with unusual features.
Putin gives Kim Jong Un tour of rocket launch centre as leaders meet
The two men shook hands and Putin said he was "very glad to see" Kim.
Kim Jong Un, Putin meet to make plans while locked in standoff with the West
It's a rare meeting between isolated leaders driven together by their need for support.
Kim Jong Un departs for extremely rare Vladimir Putin meeting, Western concerns rise
The meet sparks Western concerns about a potential arms deal for Moscow’s war in Ukraine.
'Daunting' step: North Korea says it has launched a nuclear attack sub
The launch of the submarine was timed for the 75th anniversary of the country’s founding.
Dire warnings after Putin, Kim Jong Un trade letters
Several countries are urging North Korea to halt arms negotiations with Russia.
North Korea asserts US soldier crossed border due to racism in army
It was North Korea’s first official confirmation of detention of Travis King.
Hiroshima mayor calls nuclear deterrence 'folly' on 78th anniversary of bombing
An atomic bomb was dropped by the US on Hiroshima on August 6, 1945.
Kim Jong Un meets with Russian defence minister
Kim Jong Un has met with Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu for a military discussion.
North Korea fires two short-range ballistic missiles
'Grave provocation' of missiles fired into waters east of Korean Peninsula.
'Things got crazy': Dark revelation of US soldier who defected to North Korea
He laughed as he bolted across the border. But a relative reveals soldier's dark reality.
American national crosses inter-Korean border into North Korea
There are no further details on who the person is or why he crossed the border.
North Korea launches ballistic missile toward sea
N Korea earlier issued threat after US spy plane’s reconnaissance activity nearby.
Up close and (un)comfortable: Take a peek into North Korea
Tours to the North Korean border are a magnet for curious tourists.
North Korea calls failed spy satellite launch ‘the most serious’ shortcoming
North Korea state media says top officials have vowed to push for a second launch.
Allies clash with Russia, China over North Korea
Pyongyang is threatening another military spy satellite launch soon.
North Korea’s failed satellite launch triggers public confusion, security jitters in neighbours
North Korea’s launch of a spy satellite has ended in an embarrassing failure.
Missing 73 years, Medal of Honor recipient’s remains return to his hometown
Luther Story's actions in the Korean War in 1950 would ensure he was remembered.
President Joe Biden, Yoon warn North Korea on nukes, unveil deterrence plan
The leaders unveiled a new plan to counter North Korea’s persistent nuclear threat.