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North Korea boasts of ‘destructive power’ after testing weapons capable of striking South Korea

The drill involved five army units and tested several weapon systems, including attack drones, tactical cruise missiles, tactical ballistic missiles, and large-calibre multiple rocket launchers

The Independent UK

Kim Jong Un suggests new naval destroyer will be armed with nuclear weapons during grand unveiling

North Korean leader says Choe Hyon-class destroyer is capable of carrying out nuclear counter-strike missions

The Independent UK

North Korea ousts defence minister in military reshuffle

North Korea's defense minister was dismissed in a military leadership reshuffle. Kim Jong Un oversaw structural reorganization plans decided during a recent meeting. The nation lauded scientists for their significant advances in defense technology. This leadership shuffle follows joint drills between South Korea and the United States. Trilateral exercises involving…

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Kim Jong UN shakes up North Korea’s military, dismisses defence minister No Kwang Chol

North Korea has shaken up its military hierarchy by removing the defense minister, a move approved by Kim Jong Un in a recent leadership meeting. This change mirrors advancements at the nation's weapons research center, which has introduced new combat weapon systems. As tensions rise, trilateral military drills involving South…

The Times of India

‘Always proud’: Kim Jong Un hails North Korea-Russia ties in message to Putin

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin have reaffirmed their close relationship. Their countries are actively cooperating in all sectors, ensuring regional security and stability. This growing partnership has deepened significantly since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. North Korea has provided troops and weapons to…

The Times of India

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy warns Egypt of food supply threat caused by Russian strikes in Black Sea

Ukraine president says exports to Egypt under threat from Russian attacks; Russia dismisses idea of Black Sea ceasefire. What we know on day 1,634

The Guardian - AU

Why is North Korea ramping up criticism of Japan?

North Korea criticizes Japan's military expansion and its alliances with the United States and South Korea. This rhetoric coincides with an unusual silence regarding Pyongyang's recent missile launches. Analysts suggest North Korea aims to frame Northeast Asia as a contest between rival blocs. The country seeks stronger backing from China…

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Kim Jong Un hosts top Chinese official in Pyongyang

China has sought to reassert its position in the Korean peninsula in recent years. Chinese President Xi Jinping made his own visit to Pyongyang in June as part of this push.

Euronews

North Korea condemns NATO summit, says denuclearisation should start with US allies

North Korea condemned the US and its allies for strengthening military blocs. Pyongyang accused NATO leaders of portraying its sovereign rights as a threat. The alliance demonstrated stronger commitment to bloc-to-bloc confrontation and increased arms spending. South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung hoped for expanded cooperation with NATO allies. North…

The Economic Times

Pyongyang vows to strengthen nuclear force 'in quality and quantity'

North Korean leaders also laid out plans to accelerate the building of modern naval bases and to upgrade combat systems, per KCNA.

Euronews

N. Korea says will bolster nuclear force, expand S. Korea spy activities in ‘radical way’

North Korea plans to boost its nuclear force “both in quality and quantity”, state media reported on Friday, citing a decision from a military commission meeting. The country also announced plans to bolster its spying activities in South Korea “in a radical way”.

France 24

Kim Jong Un oversees cruise missile launch from North Korea’s new destroyer

Kim orders officials to complete the destroyer’s trials and place the vessel in active duty within two months, state-owned media said

The Independent UK

North Korean leader Kim observes weapons tests from new naval destroyer

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised tests of a nuclear-capable cruise missile and other weapons aboard a new 5,000-ton destroyer, the Kang Kon, according to state media Sunday

The Independent UK

Kim Jong Un plans to bolster ‘destructive’ military capability as South Korea seeks to train 500,000 ‘drone warriors’

North Korean leader says making enemies ‘feel constant uneasiness and fear’ is a key aspect of war deterrence

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North Korea's Kim unveils 5,000-ton destroyer, touting nuclear capabilities

North Korea has commissioned a 5,000-ton destroyer, state media reported on Wednesday, as leader Kim Jong Un touted the warship as evidence of advancing naval nuclear capabilities and Pyongyang’s expanding ability to project military power at sea.

The Independent UK

North Korea's Kim claims progress on nuclear-armed navy as new warship is placed into service

North Korea has commissioned a 5,000-ton destroyer that leader Kim Jong Un touts as a symbol of the country’s growing naval and nuclear capabilities, state media reported Wednesday

The Economic Times

North Korea's Kim vows to accelerate military buildup: KCNA

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed to accelerate the country's military buildup at a party meeting, state media reported Tuesday, citing military modernisation efforts by South Korea and the United States in the region. In the face of such developments, it was the "steadfast stand" of the North to…

AAP

North Korea will exercise its position as nuclear state

Kim Jong-un says expanding North Korea's nuclear arsenal is the only way to combat the world's "unpredictable" global security situation.

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The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump tells Putin he is prepared to help end war in Ukraine

Zelensky said he also spoke to Trump on the phone as the leaders discussed ‘what would bring peace closer’

AAP

North Korea's Kim voices full support for Russia

North Korea's Kim Jong-un has reiterated his country's ties to Russia by sending a letter to Vladimir Putin on Russia's ‌National Day.

The Economic Times

China's Xi says he reached important consensus with Kim in North Korea visit, KCNA reports

Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have agreed to safeguard regional and global peace. Their recent visit to Pyongyang marked a new historical stage for bilateral ties. Both leaders pledged to deepen cooperation across politics, economy, and culture. They also committed to closer strategic communication…

The Independent UK

Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un pledge to ‘resist US aggression’ during rare North Korea summit

Xi and Kim pledge to keep ‘resisting US aggression and aiding Korea’

AAP

Kim and Xi agree to boost ties at North Korea summit

Kim Jong-un has told Xi Jinping that North Korea supports Beijing's "One China" policy over Taiwan, as the leaders met to deepen ties at a summit in Pyongyang.

The Independent UK

Kim Jong Un shows off new warship and vows to arm North Korean navy with nuclear weapons ahead of Xi visit

Kim regime has ramped up displays of its nuclear and military strength in days before crucial visit by Chinese leader Xi Jinping

The Economic Times

Amid US-Iran war, North Korea flaunts new nuclear fuel facility, Kim Jong Un calls it "amazing, beyond rhetorical description"

North Korea has revealed a new facility for nuclear bomb fuel production, with Kim Jong Un vowing to exponentially expand the nation's nuclear capabilities. This development, amid global concerns and a renewed US-Iran conflict, signals a significant escalation in Pyongyang's weapons program. Experts believe the country's nuclear arsenal could now…

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