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North Korea-China trade soared to $300M last month ahead of bridge opening: Data
Monthly total marks highest since April and comes amid push to boost cooperation following Xi-Kim summit
October 19, 2026
North Korea tests new high-precision AI-equipped torpedo: State media
Test comes amid a flurry of missile launches from Pyongyang in recent weeks
October 17, 2026
Belarus belatedly opens embassy in North Korea: Minsk
Following months-long opening delay, Minsk has not yet named an ambassador
October 17, 2026
Ukraine blames smuggling scheme on man tied to North Korea-Russia arms sales
Kyiv did not identify Eastern European ‘arms baron’ who has allegedly been sanctioned for aiding Pyongyang
October 16, 2026
Bosnian arms dealer gets prison time over plan to buy North Korean missiles
Justice Department says man sought to broker purchase of anti-aircraft missiles in violation of US sanctions
October 15, 2026
Russia reveals plans for feature film about North Korean troops in Kursk
State-funded movie starring South Korea-born actor sparks debate about how prominently DPRK role will be depicted
October 14, 2026
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
October 13, 2026
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
October 12, 2026
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
October 9, 2026
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
October 8, 2026
