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Russian firms employing North Koreans to build houses in Far East: Investigation
Two companies confirm they’re using DPRK labor as Russia appears increasingly willing to overlook sanctions violations
December 6, 2023
North Korean doctors working in Congo pose sanctions dilemma: Investigation
Locals tell NK News physicians provide good care, but experts stress sanctions forbid DPRK nationals from working abroad
December 5, 2023
North Korea closes embassies in Senegal and Guinea as Africa exodus continues
Expert says DPRK appears to have concluded there are few benefits to maintaining historical presence in region
December 5, 2023
Head of pro-North Korea group arrested in Spain over US crypto charges
Spanish aristocrat Alejandro Cao de Benos insists he can’t be extradited over allegations he advised DPRK on blockchain
December 4, 2023
North Korea in November 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from November 1, 2023 to November 30, 2023
December 1, 2023
US, South Korea and Japan sanction North Koreans over spy satellite launch
Australia set to follow suit with own designations, which expert says seek to make up for lack of UNSC action
December 1, 2023
Kim Jong Un’s daughter rocks Gucci shades despite crackdown on bourgeois culture
Expert says luxury brands are status symbol for North Korean elite but that sanctions likely limit import of new lines
December 1, 2023
Kim Jong Un appears with new Ford vans in rare endorsement of American brand
Acquisition of two vehicles again demonstrates North Korea’s ability to evade UN sanctions
December 1, 2023
US sanctions crypto mixer allegedly used by North Korea to launder money
Designation of Sinbad comes after US blacklisted its predecessor, even as DPRK continued to use service under new name
November 30, 2023
Why Russian airlines may be eyeing routes to North Korea amid burgeoning ties
Experts say tourism and desire to transport DPRK laborers are likely behind proposal but question its feasibility
November 29, 2023
