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UK sanctions North Korean defense officials over troop deployment to Russia
Australia, New Zealand and Canada also announce measures, but US sits out as Trump takes friendlier stance toward Moscow
February 25, 2025
North Korea improves a copycat US drone, and the DPRK’s evolving role in Ukraine
NK News’ Anton Sokolin talks advantages of larger UAV and North Korean support for Russia on third anniversary of war
February 25, 2025
Cleaning up its act: North Korea’s drive to boost anti-doping transparency
With new anti-doping site, DPRK seeks to revamp image alongside efforts to showcase sporting prowess on the world stage
February 25, 2025
DPRK supplying half of Russia’s munitions with more arms to come: Ukraine
Kyiv assessed North Korean missiles have shown significant improvements as Australia, New Zealand sanction Moscow
February 24, 2025
North Korean fishermen hidden on Chinese trawlers in Indian Ocean for years: NGO
New report reveals DPRK exploits maritime domain to earn revenue from North Korean fishermen forced to labor
February 24, 2025
Russian aircraft lands in North Korea before departing after just two hours
Military plane’s stopover marks first confirmed flight from Russia this year, one month after another jet’s secret trip
February 24, 2025
North Korea denounces new sanctions initiative, rejects waivers on sanctions
DPRK warns of countermeasures against external enforcement as French vessel continues monitoring smuggling activities
February 24, 2025
North Korean soldiers adjust tactics after reentering combat in Kursk
Ukrainian platoon commander says troops are exercising more caution and have reduced size of their assault groups
February 21, 2025
IAEA chief calls for engagement with North Korea amid nuclear arsenal concerns
He also urged for agency to establish presence in country as new DPRK sanctions monitoring body met for first time
February 21, 2025
DPRK arms shipments to Russia slow in early 2025 but Feb. sees renewed activity
Transfers via Rason saw downturn compared to same period year prior as uptick this month comes amid warning from Kyiv
February 21, 2025
