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New Zealand flags 35 ‘vessels of interest’ in latest North Korea maritime patrol
The New Zealand military has routinely tracked North Korea's illicit maritime activities since 2018.
April 29, 2026
North Korea eyes exports of libido drugs, instant noodles to Russia: records
Russian firms seek cosmetics and other dietary supplements, according to official filings
April 29, 2026
Heir apparent? What to look for in North Korea’s possible successor
Kim Ju Ae’s rising profile fuels succession talk, but North Korea has yet to begin formal succession steps, experts say
April 29, 2026
North Korean fishery officials tour Chinese company specializing in algae
The Chinese company produces food additives, cosmetic ingredients, health products and seaweed-based fertilizers
April 29, 2026
North Korea sees sharp rise in death sentences in recent years: NGO
Around 153 citizens were estimated to have been sentenced to death or executed between 2020 to 2024
April 28, 2026
Russian ship linked to arms smuggling returns to North Korean port
The visit comes nearly two months after its latest voyage, indicating Russia-DPRK smuggling operations are still afoot
April 28, 2026
North Korea is the ‘most pressing challenge’ for non-proliferation regime: Seoul
ROK’s top nuclear envoy calls Pyongyang the only state to benefit from pact before quitting and pursuing nuclear arms
April 28, 2026
Former ROK president urges Kim Jong Un to ‘sit down with Trump’ and talk it out
Moon Jae-in expressed hope that Trump exercises his ‘decisiveness and wisdom’ to resume talks
April 27, 2026
ROK carries out ‘decisive’ phase of landing drills designed to deter North Korea
These drills, whether conducted alone or with allies, have been characterized by the DPRK as a rehearsal for an invasion
April 27, 2026
Russia awards North Korean ‘heroes’ for their bravery in battle against Ukraine
Russian defense chief awarded Orders of Courage to 10 DPRK soldiers, lauding their ‘steel character’ and devotion
April 27, 2026
