Inter-Korean
Information related to inter-Korean developments
North Korea turns off border loudspeakers, day after South halted own broadcasts
Local and military authorities report that DPRK has stopped broadcasting noise along border in apparent reciprocal move
June 12, 2025
Seoul says it halted loudspeaker broadcasts into North Korea to ‘restore trust’
Suspension comes a week after election of Lee Jae-myung, who has blamed border loudspeakers for aggravating tensions
June 11, 2025
Kim Jong Un’s hospital visit, damaged warship’s voyage and DPRK election report
NK News’ Colin Zwirko talks North Korean leader’s criticism of unskilled soldiers and coverage of Lee Jae-myung victory
June 10, 2025
North Korean defector sentenced after attempt to return to DPRK in stolen bus
The man was handed a three year suspended sentence after court found no political motive behind his actions
June 9, 2025
Seoul urges civic group to halt leaflet launches toward North Korea
Unification ministry’s appeal follows recent launch, mark first such statement since anti-leaflet law was struck down
June 9, 2025
Civic group sends leaflets to North Korea ahead of ROK presidential election
Launch calling for answers about abductees could offer insight into how Lee administration will address such activities
June 6, 2025
Four North Koreans drift across maritime border in East Sea, says ROK military
ROK navy intercepted wooden boat last week carrying North Koreans who have reportedly expressed desire to be repatriated
June 5, 2025
Moon Chung-in: Why the window to rebuilding inter-Korean relations is closed
Veteran policy adviser weighs in on Pyongyang’s posture on unification and Seoul’s options under a new administration
June 5, 2025
North Korean media informs public of newly elected South Korean president
Top DPRK newspaper publishes short report on Lee Jae-myung’s victory; Kim Jong Un yet to reveal any ROK policy change
June 5, 2025
Lee Jae-myung taps veteran inter-Korean officials for top ROK security posts
New president’s picks for spy chief and national security adviser suggest focus on dialogue in North Korea approach
June 4, 2025
