Inter-Korean
Information related to inter-Korean developments
Seoul warns North Korean mines ‘highly likely’ drifted south after rainfall
JCS says mines planted in the DMZ could drift through shared rivers and cause serious casualties or damage
July 23, 2026
Court fines defector $6,700 for helping send money back to North Koreans
Defendant says money sent through Chinese broker helped families in DPRK cover basic living costs
July 23, 2026
South Korea detains cargo ship over suspected North Korean sanctions violations
The Prada, formerly known as Sophia, was among the vessels mixed up in alleged coal and iron ore trade with North Korea
July 22, 2026
North Korea discharged water from border dam after heavy rain, Seoul says
Release of water from Hwanggang Dam was detected by satellite, South Korea's Environment Ministry said
July 21, 2026
Seoul spent $158K to support North Korean soccer club’s visit, ministry says
Unification Ministry says amount was disbursed from inter-Korean fund, with unused money returned after internal audit
July 20, 2026
US, ROK and Japan military chiefs reaffirm North Korea denuclearization goal
Top commanders pledge in annual meeting to sustain trilateral cooperation through upcoming Freedom Edge exercise
July 16, 2026
US-ROK fighter drills continue despite North Korea’s past objections
The Buddy Squadron exercise includes F-16, F-35A and FA-50 fighters after allies reduced annual frequency
July 15, 2026
North Korea’s closer ties with China, Russia — and what Washington can do
Anton Sokolin explores diplomacy and trade networks, while Susan Thornton reflects on 2017 tensions and future US policy
July 15, 2026
Lee calls for peace in event recognizing North Korean defectors’ plight, success
The ROK president referred to defectors as 'North Korean-born citizens,' a term adopted by the Unification Ministry
July 14, 2026
North Korean defector arrivals ticks up but remains historically low
Seoul recorded 43 arrivals from January to March, compared to more than 1,000 annually before the pandemic
July 13, 2026
