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UK deploys warship to curb North Korean sanctions evasion near Japan
Sanctions monitoring mission supports multilateral efforts to crack down on maritime smuggling by the DPRK
North Korean defector sentenced after attempt to return to DPRK in stolen bus
The man was handed a three year suspended sentence after court found no political motive behind his actions
Seoul urges civic group to halt leaflet launches toward North Korea
Unification ministry’s appeal follows recent launch, mark first such statement since anti-leaflet law was struck down
Civic group sends leaflets to North Korea ahead of ROK presidential election
Launch calling for answers about abductees could offer insight into how Lee administration will address such activities
After escaping North Korea, a defector fights for a new life inside the ring
Jang Jung-hyuk fled hunger and abuse before settling in the South, now fighting on his own terms in pursuit of MMA glory
Four North Koreans drift across maritime border in East Sea, says ROK military
ROK navy intercepted wooden boat last week carrying North Koreans who have reportedly expressed desire to be repatriated
North Korea omitted from Trump travel ban, despite being targeted in first term
Restrictions apply to 19 countries but exclude DPRK, a move one expert says may aim to leave door open for talks
Why the US mentioned ‘China interference’ when congratulating Lee Jae-myung
Unusual statement may have aimed to pressure new ROK president to align with US even as it focuses less on North Korea
What North Korean defectors hope to see from new ROK President Lee Jae-myung
Some fear an engagement push could sideline escapees, advocating a firm stance on Kim regime and defector rights
UK labels North Korea a ‘regional disruptor,’ warns of nuclear modernization
Defense review lumps DPRK with Iran in hierarchy of global threats, highlighting its support for Russia’s war in Ukraine
