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More than 14K North Koreans currently fighting for Russia against Ukraine: Kyiv
New report shows DPRK troops sustained 7K casualties as Moscow plans to recruit 18,500 more foreigners this year
May 4, 2026
Russian farm celebrates North Korean female workers with concert
Footage shows DPRK officials, workers enjoying corporate events in Russia, in latest evidence of illicit hiring schemes
May 4, 2026
Russia, China back North Korea’s rejection to follow UN sanctions
Moscow, Beijing slam pressure campaign as experts cite ongoing sanctions evasion two years after Panel of Experts veto
May 1, 2026
Police bust Donbas-tied arms dealers peddling guns for Kim Jong Un: Kyiv
Denis Pushilin’s network peddled gift weapons to Kim, Steven Seagal, Dmitry Medvedev and others, Ukraine says
April 30, 2026
Russian Far East plans to boost trade with North Korea: officials
Primorsky Krai bordering DPRK sets up a trade body to boost exchanges, while another region eyes more agricultural trade
April 30, 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
Eunhee Park: Surviving North Korea and reclaiming identity in the South
Defector-author shares her story, as NK News’ Anton Sokolin talks OPCON transfer and Russia-DPRK cooperation
April 29, 2026
Gains and losses: North Korea shows 2.3k war dead, NATO tanks, vehicles
New memorial immortalizes troops who fought in Ukraine war, showcasing an alliance forged in combat
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
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
