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Decades of data trace China’s dramatic retreat from North Korea denuclearization
Mentions of DPRK weapons at ministry briefings have cratered since 2017, as China learns to live with a nuclear neighbor
February 17, 2026
11 Russian construction firms send flowers for ex-North Korean leader’s birthday
Tributes to Kim Jong Il point to companies’ involvement in expanding scheme to import DPRK labor
February 16, 2026
North Korean diplomats actively spying on close allies China, Russia: Estonia
Intelligence report warns DPRK agents also target Europe and seek sensitive military and nuclear tech
February 13, 2026
Russia’s Lavrov calls North Korea’s nukes the key to its prosperity
Top diplomat says Moscow opposes new UN sanctions on DPRK but will struggle to roll back existing measures
February 12, 2026
North Korean brewery appears to rebrand signature beer for export to China
Expert says Rason company behind Pado Beer frequently changes product names to avoid getting flagged for sanctions
February 12, 2026
Another North Korean restaurant opens in Moscow, third in last year
Photos and online reviews suggest DPRK nationals are working at the small business in violation of sanctions
February 11, 2026
Why the US blocked humanitarian aid to North Korea, then reversed course
Approval of sanctions exemptions reportedly came after Seoul appealed to US, though potential impact remains uncertain
February 11, 2026
Belarus shipped tons of meat to North Korea with help of Polish firm: Report
DPRK allegedly sent auto parts to Belarusian manufacturer of missile launchers as well, underscoring growing trade ties
February 6, 2026
‘New developments’ on North Korea likely in next few days, Seoul official says
But reported remarks during ROK foreign minister’s visit to Washington downplay possibility of US-DPRK diplomacy
February 6, 2026
North Korean delegation visits Chinese tech firm to explore AI systems
Education ministry discusses localizing products for DPRK during Shenzhen trip, highlighting interest in AI cooperation
February 4, 2026
