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Why North Korea’s currency is hemorrhaging value at unprecedented levels
Exchange rate has soared on the back of trade rebound and wage hikes, potentially squeezing citizens with higher costs
June 8, 2026
South Korea’s resort island of Jeju says it sent $100K in goods to North Korea
Rare shipment of medical equipment, fruit trees through China comes even as Pyongyang rejects inter-Korean ties
June 8, 2026
Kim Jong Un tells kids to ‘shoulder future’ of North Korea at mass gathering
Leader’s speech to Children’s Union underscores focus on cultivating next generation of supporters for his rule
June 8, 2026
Otto Warmbier’s parents seek $17M seized from North Korea-linked nuclear network
Efforts to recover funds tied to Pakistani scientist mark latest attempt to claim damages under previous $500M ruling
June 5, 2026
Seoul to compensate family of North Korean defector abducted by regime
Consolation payment of around $12K follows official recognition of defector-journalist’s lengthy detention
June 5, 2026
North Korea in May 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from May 1 to May 31, 2026
June 3, 2026
North Korean, Russian military medics sharing know-how from Ukraine war: Doctor
Russian surgeon says the DPRK has been a ‘key helper,’ highlighting ongoing medical exchanges between two sides
June 3, 2026
Kim Jong Un denounces elites’ love of ‘corrupt wealth’ in speech to cadres
North Korean leader details youth disinterest and ongoing loyalty problems, demanding steps to ‘purify’ Workers’ Party
June 2, 2026
Takaichi seeks ‘courageous’ summit with Kim Jong Un to resolve abduction issue
Japanese leader calls for return of all victims at rally, including those not officially recognized by Tokyo
June 1, 2026
North Korea’s spring drought had only limited impact on crops, data suggests
Satellite data reveals lower soil moisture but strong vegetation growth, pointing to improved irrigation methods
June 1, 2026
