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Belarusian leader seeks to mediate between US and North Korea: Minsk
Top diplomat says Lukashenko is working to lower global tensions and briefed Kim Jong Un on plans for talks with Trump
March 30, 2026
Seoul backs UN resolution condemning North Korea’s human rights abuses
Decision comes after activists, politicians raised alarm over reports that South Korea might not sponsor the measure
March 30, 2026
North Korea conducts missile engine test, claims higher thrust
Kim Jong Un indicated a planned ‘reorganization’ of special operations forces, supervised tank defense test
March 29, 2026
Lukashenko orders opening of Belarusian Embassy in North Korea
Minsk says the president also invited Kim Jong Un to visit during summit in Pyongyang
March 27, 2026
Lee doesn’t mention North Korea in memorial for troops killed in sea skirmishes
President calls for easing tensions and advancing peace at annual event where his predecessors condemned DPRK aggression
March 27, 2026
Opposition pounces on Seoul’s hesitation to condemn North Korean right abuses
Lawmakers urge Lee administration to back UN resolution, after a minister said DPRK would interpret move as ‘hostile’
March 27, 2026
In Belarus, Trump could find a mediator for talks with Kim Jong Un
Lukashenko’s trip to North Korea comes as US looks to invite him, suggesting he could share messages between two sides
March 27, 2026
Weapons and friendship: How Lukashenko’s trip to North Korea echoed Putin’s
Pageantry for Belarusian president made clear Kim Jong Un views him as a lesser partner, while still strengthening ties
March 27, 2026
Why Kim Jong Un decided to launch a new ‘police system’ in North Korea
DPRK may seek to align with international norms, while re-exerting control in face of new challenges from technology
March 26, 2026
Belarusian leader Lukashenko and Kim Jong Un sign friendship deal in Pyongyang
Agreement covers agriculture, health care, business and other areas, with Minsk heralding a ‘new stage’ for ties
March 26, 2026
