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North Korean defectors near nuclear test site show chromosome abnormalities
South Korean researchers note that other factors, like medical imaging and smoking, could explain the study results
August 4, 2026
North Korea slams 11-nation advisory on remote IT worker schemes
Pyongyang accuses U.S. of weaponizing cyber issues to smear the DPRK while bolstering its own cyber forces
August 4, 2026
Russian military help could strengthen North Korean forces over time: Japan
A new defense white paper from Tokyo dedicates an entire section on the burgeoning ties between Russia and the DPRK
August 4, 2026
DOJ subpoenas journalist over North Korea SEAL mission report
Reporter slams subpoena as push to ‘force disclosure’ of confidential sources behind claims of 2019 infiltration attempt
August 3, 2026
ROK drone command cut training, budget despite North Korea’s advances: lawmaker
Drone exercises fell by more than half as Seoul reorganizes the controversial unit
August 3, 2026
11 nations issue first-ever joint alert on North Korean IT worker schemes
Advisory urges UN members to implement sanctions and crack down on DPRK remote worker schemes funding nuclear program
August 3, 2026
South Korea expands Cheongung-II missile shield against North Korean threats
Latest deployment enhances lower-tier ballistic missile defense while more systems are due this year
August 3, 2026
South Korean law enforcement warns of North Korean phishing and website attacks
Alongside the government advisory, private security firm notes apparent links between Lazarus and ransomware group
July 31, 2026
North Korea’s economy grows over 3% annually since 2022: BOK
Most sectors saw positive growth in 2025, but mining, manufacturing, construction, heavy industries lost steam from 2024
July 31, 2026
Radio broadcasts to North Korea important for would-be defectors: US official
'These defectors risked torture and risked death, fleeing toward a freedom they only heard existed here,' she said
July 31, 2026
