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North Korea eases entry controls for tourists who visited India, Bangladesh
Authorities continue to ban those who traveled to several African states over infectious disease concerns
Russian emergency minister arrives in North Korea to discuss joint projects
Two sides reportedly signed action plan for 2027-2029, with the DPRK looking to acquire Russian rescue equipment
Seoul’s envoy recall over North Korean POW spat draws backlash in Ukraine, ROK
Kyiv says it remains open to dialogue, while South Korean opposition slams recall as counter to national interest
South Korea recalls ambassador to Ukraine over North Korean POW spat
Move comes after Seoul accused Kyiv of violating confidentiality deal by publicly disclosing POW transfer
Ukraine denies it apologized to Seoul over North Korean POW row
Kyiv says it only expressed ‘regret’ over dispute, which it attributed to differences over confidentiality terms
Russia, North Korea find signs of endangered leopards and tigers living in DPRK
The two sides agreed to cooperate in the search and protection of the rare big cats, a Russian reserve says
Prankster appears to hack voicemail of North Korea’s UN mission to mock country
Calls to listed number for New York office direct to profane recording that ridicules food shortages
North Korea turning to knock-off parts for missiles used in Ukraine: Report
Increasing number of fake Western components in DPRK weapons points to effectiveness of sanctions controls
Russia to bankroll $730K in training fees for North Korean first responders
From 2027-2031, Russia will cover the bill for rescue training in areas like drones and mountainous operations
North Korean, Taliban military officials hold talks at Russian war games
DPRK, Afghanistan among observers at Center-2026 drills featuring 47K troops and arms expo
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