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North Korean COVID-19 rules warn of transmission by balloons, drones and rivers
Expert says authorities in Pyongyang taking advantage of pandemic to further justify isolation and crackdowns on society
May 12, 2022
Why Omicron might finally change North Korea’s mind about vaccines
Kim Jong Un may continue to refuse aid offers, but former DPRK officials think Pyongyang outbreak changes the game
May 12, 2022
Pyongyang lockdown appears to continue for second day: Sources
Calls to multiple North Korean businesses go answered day after ‘national problem’ forced people indoors
May 11, 2022
Why the risks of an Omicron outbreak in North Korea are getting worse
Spikes in neighboring countries, economic impact on China and a stagnant containment strategy add to old problems
May 11, 2022
Lockdown orders issued in Pyongyang due to ‘national problem’: Source
North Korean residents in the capital seen scrambling to get home after the unexpected order
May 10, 2022
North Korea tests likely submarine-launched ballistic missile: ROK
South Korea’s military says DPRK likely launched missile into the East Sea from submarine off Sinpho
May 7, 2022
US designates virtual currency mixer for North Korea sanctions evasion
Blender.io used to launder $20 million from March 2021 Axie Infinity heist, State Department says
May 7, 2022
Pyongyang orders residents indoors due to dust storm, not COVID outbreak
Directive appears tied to concerns dust can carry virus, counter to South Korean media report on lockdown due to fevers
May 5, 2022
North Korea fires missile from Pyongyang area days ahead of Yoon’s inauguration
Photo seen by NK News shows white plume of smoke above capital, as South Korea and Japan confirm projectile launch
May 4, 2022
Some North Koreans hack their smart devices to get around state controls: Report
Experts say activity driven by desire for more device flexibility, not necessarily interest in outside information
April 28, 2022
