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North Korea airs new footage of limping Kim Jong-un during ‘worst-ever hardships’ of 2021

In the documentary Kim Jong-un is seen limping and struggling to descend makeshift stairs while holding an umbrella during a visit to a construction site

The Independent UK · Feb 1, 2022

North Korea documentary shows limping Kim as he tackles 'worst-ever hardships'

A North Korean documentary broadcast on Tuesday showed a limping leader Kim Jong Un as he tackles the impoverished country's "worst-ever hardships" amid the coronavirus pandemic and sanctions over its weapons programmes.

Reuters · Feb 1, 2022

Cooperating in N. Korea's missile development can never be allowed

North Korea has again launched a ballistic missile. The international community must step up pressure to stop the outflow of related materials and technology from Russia and China.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 1, 2022

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Expert: North Korea's nuclear missile system 'fully established'

SEOUL -- North Korea's confirmation that it tested its Hwasong-12 intermediate-range ballistic missile on Sunday indicates Pyongyang has the capability to deploy weapons that could target the U.S. territory of Guam.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 1, 2022

Kim Jong-un 'completely withered away' in 2021, claims North Korean state media

A new documentary by North Korean state media is part of a tradition of films released annually and focusing on Kim Jong-un's activities of the past year - this time it sought to allay fears over the dictator's health

Daily Mirror · Feb 1, 2022

Winter Olympics 2022: Team GB’s best medal hopes to watch out for in Beijing

Great Britain will be represented by 50 athletes at Beijing 2022 as they bid to build on the five medals won at the last Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang – Lizzy Yarnold’s skeleton gold and four bronze.

Evening Standard · Jan 31, 2022

North Korea releases pictures from space taken from ‘biggest missile launch in years’

North Korea has released photographs from space which it says were taken from a ballistic missile capable of reaching the US territory of Guam.

Evening Standard · Jan 31, 2022

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With seven tests in a month, N.Korea calls for world to accept its missiles

North Korea's unusually active month of missile testing appears aimed in part at securing global acceptance of its sanctioned weapons programmes, analysts said, whether through concessions or simply winning tired acquiescence from a distracted world.

Reuters · Jan 31, 2022

North Korea piles pressure on US with latest missile launch

The weapon tested could reach the American territory of Guam, which houses military bases

Wales Online · Jan 31, 2022

N.Korea Says Tested Most Powerful Missile since 2017, Took Pictures from Space

North Korea confirmed on Monday it had tested a Hwasong-12 intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM), state media reported, as US and South Korean officials warned Sunday's launch could lead to resumed testing of long-range weapons and nuclear bombs. It was the seventh conducted by North Korea this month and the first…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 31, 2022

North Korea releases images it claims were taken from space during missile test

Pictures appear to capture the missile rising from its launcher and a shot looking back down on Earth

The Guardian - AU · Jan 31, 2022

Explainer-From hypersonics to workhorse weapons, N.Korea showcases missile diversity

North Korea capped one of its busiest months of missile tests ever with the launch of its Hwasong-12 intermediate-range ballistic missile on Sunday, highlighting efforts to ensure it has reliable systems for delivering nuclear warheads.

Reuters · Jan 31, 2022

North Korea boasts of launching nuclear-capable missile which can reach the US

North Korea leader Kim Jong-un was not reported to have attended the test in one of the busiest ever months for the country's advancing missile programme

Daily Mirror · Jan 31, 2022

US seeks North Korea talks after biggest missile test in years

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration reiterated that it’s ready to hold talks with North Korea without preconditions, a day after Kim Jong Un’s regime fired an intermediate-range ballistic missile for the first time since 2017.

Tribune News Service · Jan 31, 2022

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The Independent UK · Jan 31, 2022

N. Korea confirms test of missile capable of striking Guam

North Korea says it has test-launched an intermediate-range ballistic missile capable of reaching the U.S. territory of Guam, the North’s most significant weapon launch in years

Reuters · Jan 30, 2022

U.S. worried North Korea could return to nuclear and ICBM tests, urges dialogue

The United States is concerned North Korea's escalating missile tests could be precursors to resumed tests of nuclear weapons and intercontinental ballistic missiles, a senior U.S. official said on Sunday, while urging Pyongyang to join direct talks with no preconditions.

Reuters · Jan 30, 2022

N.Korea tests biggest missile since 2017, U.S. calls for talks

North Korea confirmed on Monday it had launched a Hwasong-12 ballistic missile, the same weapon it had once threatened to target the U.S. territory of Guam with, sparking fears the nuclear-armed state could resume long-range testing.

Daily Mirror · Jan 30, 2022

North Korea launches missile into space in biggest launch in five years

A suspected intermediate-range ballistic missile was launched into space, reaching an altitude of 1,242 miles before coming down in the Sea of Japan

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Evening Standard · Jan 30, 2022

North Korea conducts biggest missile launch since 2017

North Korea has sparked international backlash after launching its biggest missile since 2017.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 30, 2022

North Korea Test-fires Most Powerful Missile Since 2017

North Korea on Sunday tested its most powerful missile since 2017, ramping up the firepower for its record-breaking seventh launch this month as Seoul warned nuclear and long-range tests could be next. Pyongyang has never test-fired this many missiles in a calendar month before and last week threatened to abandon…

The Guardian - AU · Jan 30, 2022

US condemns North Korea after it launches longest-range missile test since 2017

Test marks Pyongyang’s seventh weapons launch this month, highlighting expanding arsenal amid stalled denuclearisation talks

Tribune News Service · Jan 30, 2022

North Korea appears to test biggest missile in five years

TOKYO — North Korea appeared to have fired one of its biggest ballistic missiles in almost five years, adding to its largest series of tests since Kim Jong Un took power as he tries to force his nuclear arsenal back on to the Biden administration’s agenda.

The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2022

North Korea launches suspected missile in 7th test in 2022

North Korea has fired a suspected ballistic missile into the sea — its 7th round of weapons launches this month — in an apparent attempt to pressure the Biden administration over long-stalled nuclear negotiations

Daily Mirror · Jan 30, 2022

North Korea launches seventh missile in just one month in aggressive show of force

Kim Jong-un’s North Korea army launched the ballistic missile as the number of tests reached seven for the month of January - making it the busiest month on record for the state

Tribune News Service · Jan 30, 2022

North Korea may have fired ballistic missile, Japan says

TOKYO — North Korea has fired a projectile that may be a ballistic missile, Japan’s coast guard said Sunday.

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