World's spy chiefs meet in secret conclave in Singapore

World's spy chiefs meet in secret conclave in Singapore

North Korea to hold key ruling party meeting in early June

The meeting will review implementation of country's national economic plans in first half of 2023

North Korea spent the pandemic building a huge border wall

Kim Jong Un upgraded security on the Chinese and Russian frontiers, blocking routes for smugglers an

China's exports to North Korea surge in April

Pyongyang purchased $5.07 million of rice from China in April

North Korean hackers stole $721 million in cryptocurrency from Japan - Nikkei

North Korean hackers stole $721 million in cryptocurrency from Japan - Nikkei

North Korea says U.S.-South Korea agreement will worsen insecurity

A U.S. Navy nuclear-armed ballistic missile submarine will also visit South Korea for the first time

US to send nuclear ballistic submarines to Korean Peninsula

US to send nuclear ballistic submarines to Korean Peninsula

US, South Korea, Japan express concern over N.Korea's 'malicious' cyber activities - joint statement

South Korea, US and Japan met this week and condemned the isolated country's weapons tests.

Russia seeks arms-for-food deal with North Korea

Russia seeks arms-for-food deal with North Korea

US sanctions on selling N.Korean arms to Russia

US sanctions on selling N.Korean arms to Russia

North Korea fires short-range ballistic missile, South Korea says

The missile flew some 800 km (500 miles) before hitting a target

North Korea claims almost 800,000 have signed up to fight against US

North Korea claims almost 800,000 have signed up to fight against US

North Korea's Kim demands more farmland to boost food production

North Korea's Kim demands more farmland to boost food production

North Korea may try to pressure U.S. with ICBM, nuclear tests - S.Korean lawmakers

North Korea may try to pressure U.S. with ICBM, nuclear tests - S.Korean lawmakers

North Korea seen launching new ICBM military unit amid troop refurbishment

North Korea seen launching new ICBM military unit amid troop refurbishment

After six-year break, Biden names envoy to press North Korea rights

Biden nominated for the position Julie Turner, a Korean-speaking career diplomat.

UN chief says onus on North Korea to return to talks

UN chief says onus on North Korea to return to talks

UN chief says onus on North Korea to return to talks

UN chief says onus on North Korea to return to talks

South Korea says talks under way over US nuclear operations planning

The statement came shortly after Biden said US was not discussing joint nuclear exercises.

North Korea's Kim sacks No. 2 military official

No reason for the change was given.

North Korea fires short-range ballistic missile on New Year's Day

The New Year's Day firing reported by the Yonhap news agency was the second in as many days.

US says N Korea ballistic missile launches don't pose immediate threat to allies

US commitments to the defense of South Korea and Japan remained "ironclad".

North Korea fires 3 ballistic missiles after unprecedented year of tests

North Korean state media KCNA had yet to mention the launches.

S Korea to spend $440mn until 2027 to counter N Korea drones

Defence expenditures are subject to parliamentary approval.

North Korea's Kim unveils new military goals at key party meeting

Kim is facing mounting pressure from international sanctions.

South Korea's Yoon slams response to North drones, vows to create drone unit

The incident highlighted the lack of training and readiness

S Korea scrambles jets, fires warning shots as N Korean drones intrude

South Korea tracked the drones crossing from North Korea.

French World Cup winner Matuidi retires

Matuidi was present last Sunday as France lost in the final of this year’s World Cup to Argentina

US says Russia's Wagner Group bought North Korean weapons for Ukraine war

US says Russia's Wagner Group bought North Korean weapons for Ukraine war

Kim's sister defends North Korea's spy satellite capabilities

Kim also said the satellite's data transmission devices were reliable.

North Korea fired ballistic missile, South Korea says

The North's missile launch comes just days after the country tested a high-thrust solid-fuel engine.

North Korea tests high-thrust solid-fuel engine for apparent ICBM development

North Korea tests high-thrust solid-fuel engine for apparent ICBM development

U.S. forces launch space unit in South Korea amid North's growing threats

U.S. forces launch space unit in South Korea amid North's growing threats

S Korea to coordinate with US, Japan on N Korea sanctions

Decades of US-led sanctions have failed to halt North Korea program.

N Korea's new tactic: tricking foreign experts into research

North Korean cyber spies deploy new tactic: tricking foreign experts into writing research for them

N. Korea fires more artillery shells into sea in response to S. Korea drills

N. Korea fires more artillery shells into sea in response to S. Korea drills

N Korea fires artillery near border in warning to S Korea

North Korea's military said the firings were a warning

Kim Jong Un says North Korea aims to have the world's strongest nuclear force

Announcement comes after Kim inspected a Nov. 18 test of the Hwasong-17.

Factbox: North Korea's new Hwasong-17 'monster missile'

Factbox: North Korea's new Hwasong-17 'monster missile'

North Korea test-fires ICBM with range to strike entire US

North Korea test-fires ICBM with range to strike entire US

North Korea fires missile, vows 'fiercer' response to U.S., allies

North Korea has conducted a record number of such tests this year

North Korea: Missile tests were practice to attack South, US

North Korea fired dozens of missiles and flew warplanes toward the sea last week

North Korea keeps up its missile barrage with launch of ICBM

North Korea keeps up its missile barrage with launch of ICBM

North Korea fires 23 missiles, one landing off South Korean coast for first time

North Korea fires 23 missiles, one landing off South Korean coast for first time

North Korea demands the US, South Korea halt joint military drills

North Korea demands the US, South Korea halt joint military drills

US, allies warn decisive response if North Korea tests nuke

US, allies warn decisive response if North Korea tests nuke

Explainer: What makes a nuclear weapon 'tactical'?

There is no universal definition of such weapons.

NKorea confirms simulated use of nukes to 'wipe out' enemies

North Korea considers U.S.-South Korean military drills as an invasion rehearsal

North Korea fires more missiles, eight in two weeks

North Korea on Saturday had defended its recent flurry of missile tests

North Korea conducts longest-range missile test yet over Japan

Missile flies over Japan for first time since 2017

N. Korea nuclear test would prompt wide-ranging US response: military

Pyongyang has carried out six nuclear tests since 2006.

North Korea fires missiles after Harris leaves South Korea

North Korea fires missiles after Harris leaves South Korea

US: Russia to buy rockets, artillery shells from North Korea

Russians could look to purchase additional North Korean military equipment: US

South Korea calls for talks as North Korea test-fires missiles

Yoon repeated his willingness to provide phased economic aid to North Korea.

N Korea likely fired artillery rounds amid US-S Korea drills

N Korea likely fired artillery rounds amid US-S Korea drills

Cooperation by US and allies a step toward 'Asian NATO,' N Korea media says

Cooperation by US and allies a step toward 'Asian NATO,' N Korea media says

North Korea plans crackdown as Kim pushes for internal unity

North Korea plans crackdown as Kim pushes for internal unity

North Korea 'ready for nuclear test' with Biden due in Seoul

Satellite imagery indicates North Korea is preparing to conduct its seventh nuclear test

North Korea fires ballistic missile amid rising animosities

The launch is the North's 14th round of weapons firing this year.

North demolishing hotel that was symbol of Korean engagement

North demolishing hotel that was symbol of Korean engagement

North Korea warns of nuclear response if South provokes it

North Korea warns of nuclear response if South provokes it

N. Korea says it test-fired biggest ICBM, US adds sanctions

N. Korea says it test-fired biggest ICBM, US adds sanctions

Dialing up pressure, North Korea tests long-range missile

Dialing up pressure, North Korea tests long-range missile

UN investigator calls for 60M vaccine doses for North Korea

UN investigator calls for 60M vaccine doses for North Korea

S Korea test-fires missile interceptor a month after N Korea launches

S Korea test-fires missile interceptor a month after N Korea launches

US, Japan, South Korea meet in Hawaii to discuss North Korea

We are absolutely united in our approach, in our determination: Blinken

North Korea grows nuclear, missiles programs, profits from cyberattacks -UN report

North Korea is formally known as the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.

North Korea test-fires most powerful missile since 2017

Pyongyang has tested hypersonic missiles twice this month

Why is North Korea firing so many missiles?

After a decade in power, leader Kim Jong Un has little to celebrate.

North Korea fires 'unidentified projectile' in third suspected test of the year

North Korea fires 'unidentified projectile' in third suspected test of the year

Fortress Pyongyang: Kim seeks to push back outside influences

Fortress Pyongyang: Kim seeks to push back outside influences

27 die in deadliest migrant boat tragedy between France and UK

The French interior ministry said in a statement that patrol vessels found corpses

North Korea seeks to boost education with toy like robots

North Korea seeks to boost education with toy like robots

China, Russia revive push to lift UN sanctions on North Korea

China, Russia revive push to lift UN sanctions on North Korea

N.Korea says US overreacting to missile test

N.Korea says U.S. overreacting to missile test

N.Korea confirms submarine launch of new ballistic missile

N.Korea confirms submarine launch of new ballistic missile

US, S.Korea threaten peace: says North Korean leader

Flanked by nuclear missile, N.Korean leader says U.S., S.Korea threaten peace

N.Korea's Kim calls for improving people's lives amid 'grim' economy

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un speaks during an event celebrating the 76th anniversary

North Korea accuses U.N. of double standards over missile tests, warns of consequences

A newly developed anti-aircraft missile is seen during a test

North Korea fires anti-aircraft missile in latest test

The anti-aircraft missile had a "remarkable combat performance"

North Korea fires 'missile', insists on right to weapons tests

The projectile was fired from the northern province of Jagang into waters off the east coast

Kim Jong Un's sister warns of 'destruction' of S Korean ties

The launches of missiles underscored a return of tensions between the rivals

North Korea fires two ballistic missiles: South's military

North Korea fires two ballistic missiles: South's military

North Korea test-fires new 'long-range cruise missile': KCNA

North Korea test-fires new 'long-range cruise missile': KCNA

Machines not missiles on show at North Korea anniversary parade

Machines not missiles on show at North Korea anniversary parade

North Korea rejects Chinese vaccines: UNICEF

Pyongyang would "continue to communicate" with COVAX "to receive COVID-19 vaccines".

North Korea appears to have restarted nuclear reactor: UN agency

IAEA inspectors were kicked out of N. Korea in 2009.

Top North Korean officials sacked after 'crucial' Covid-19 incident

Top North Korean officials sacked after 'crucial' Covid-19 incident

North Korean leader Kim 'emaciated', citizens heartbroken: state TV

North Korean leader Kim 'emaciated', citizens heartbroken: state TV

NKorea must prepare for 'dialogue and confrontation' with US: Kim

NKorea must prepare for 'dialogue and confrontation' with US: Kim

N Korea's Kim looks much thinner, causing health speculation

Kim’s apparent weight loss is more likely an attempt to improve his health

Blinken presents new N Korea approach as G7 meets in person

North Korea denounced the Biden approach

North Korea test-fires ballistic missiles in message to US

North Korea has a history of testing new US administrations with missile launches

Blinken blasts 'aggressive' China, N Korea's 'systemic, widespread' rights abuses

Blinken sharply criticised North Korea's human rights record

China, N Korea loom as Blinken, Austin head to Asia

Blinken and Austin are heading to Japan and South Korea for four days of talks

North Korea 'tried to hack Pfizer' - South's spies: reports

Pfizer says it expects to potentially deliver up to 2 billion doses in 2021.

North Korea developed nuclear, missile programs in 2020: U.N. report

North Korea's U.N. mission in New York did not immediately respond to request for comment on report

Kim thanks North Koreans for support 'in difficult times'

State media have said the event will be held in early January but have yet to specify the exact date

S. Korea agency says N. Korea executed people, shut capital

N Korea recently placed Pyongyang and northern Jagang province under lockdown over virus concerns

North Koreans rally wearing masks after military parade

Troops, workers and students, all of them wearing facemasks, packed into the square

North Korea displays huge new ICBM at coronavirus-defying parade

North Korea displays huge new ICBM at coronavirus-defying parade

Despite virus shutdown, North Korea to stage huge parade

Despite virus shutdown, North Korea to stage huge parade

South Korea demands Pyongyang further probe killing of official

South Korea demands Pyongyang further probe killing of official

North Korea regrets killing South Korean to control coronavirus

North Korea regrets killing South Korean to control coronavirus

For North Korea, UN membership is a key link to larger world

The country’s propaganda services are prone to rhetoric meant to convey a sense of towering fury

Kim Jong Un urges North Koreans to keep up virus fight

Outsiders widely doubt North Korea escaped the pandemic entirely

North Korea suspends military action plans against South Korea

It was not immediately clear why North Korea had softened its position

N Korea destroys liaison office on border with South in 'terrific explosion'

The blast also appeared to cause a partial collapse of a neighbouring 15-storey high-rise

Putin awards commemorative WWII medal to Kim Jong Un

The medal was awarded to the N Korean leader for his role in preserving memory of Soviet soldiers

Kim did not have surgery amid lingering rumors: South Korea

North Korea had said Saturday that Kim attended completion of a fertilizer factory near Pyongyang

Amid health worries, Kim Jong Un's role looms large

The South Korean government, however, maintains that Kim still appears to be in power

Ignorance, fear, whispers: North Korean defectors say contacts in the dark about Kim

Kim's health is a state secret in N Korea and rumors about him or his family can invite retribution.

Questions over Kim's health highlight intelligence limits

The exact state of Kim’s health matters because it could determine stability of govt in Pyongyang

Train likely belonging to North Korea's Kim seen at resort town

The train was parked at a station reserved for the Kim family in Wonsan on April 21 and April 23

Trump says reports on Kim's health 'incorrect'

Trump declined to say if he had direct knowledge from North Korea that Kim was fine.

N Korea silence on Kim's health raises succession speculation

Kim has been out of the public eye for extended periods in the past

South Korea downplays concerns over Kim Jong Un's health

The United States and North Korea appeared to be barreling toward war in 2017

North Korea denies that Kim sent Trump 'a nice note'

Kim and Trump have met three times and exchanged letters and envoys on many occasions since 2018

North Korea fires multiple suspected cruise missiles: Seoul

The North has repeatedly tested ballistic missiles in recent years.

North Korea says Trump offered virus cooperation in letter to Kim

North Korea says Trump offered virus cooperation in letter to Kim

North Korea fires two projectiles off east coast into sea, South Korea says

North Korea fires two projectiles off east coast into sea, South Korea says

North Korean first confirmed coronavirus patient gunned down

North Korean first confirmed coronavirus patient gunned down

North Korea enhanced nuclear, missile programs in 2019 in breach of sanctions - U.N. report

Exclusive: North Korea enhanced nuclear, missile programs in 2019 in breach of sanctions - U.N

North Korea says may seek 'new path' of weapons build-up

Pyongyang has previously fired missiles capable of reaching the entire US mainland

U.N. secretary-general 'deeply concerned' North Korea said it could resume weapons tests

U.N. secretary-general 'deeply concerned' North Korea said it could resume weapons tests

North Korea ends test moratoriums, threatens 'new' weapon

Pyongyang has previously fired missiles capable of reaching the entire US mainland

China, Japan, South Korea reaffirm commitment to dialogue over North Korea

China, Japan, South Korea reaffirm commitment to dialogue over North Korea

North Korea threat looms as China, Japan, South Korea leaders meet

North Korea threat looms as China, Japan, South Korea leaders meet

China says lifting some U.N. sanctions on North Korea could help break deadlock

China says lifting some U.N. sanctions on North Korea could help break deadlock

North Korea conducts another 'crucial test' at Sohae launch site

A spokesman for the North's National Academy of Defence Science revealed that in a statement.

'Old man' Trump is 'bluffing' says North Korea: KCNA

Denuclearisation negotiations have been at a standstill since a summit in Hanoi broke up in February

Trump warns Kim has 'everything' to lose through hostility

Trump and Kim engaged in months of mutual insults and threats of devastation in 2017

North Korea carries out 'very important' test at once-dismantled launch site: KCNA

North Korea carries out 'very important' test at once-dismantled launch site: KCNA

North Korea's Kim in new horse ride through winter snows

The current leader toured several historic locations and climbed the mountain

Trump says North Korea's Kim 'likes sending rockets up'

North Korea fired two short-range projectiles into the sea off its eastern coast last week

North Korea 'no longer interested' in summits with US: KCNA

Pyongyang has set Washington a deadline of the end of the year to come forward with a fresh offer.

North Korea says U.S. terrorism report shows 'hostile policy' that makes talks difficult: KCNA

North Korea says U.S. terrorism report shows 'hostile policy' that makes talks difficult: KCNA

Japan coast guard: Missile fired from North Korea

Japan coast guard: Missile fired from North Korea

N. Korea warns US not to exploit 'close' Trump-Kim ties

N. Korea warns US not to exploit 'close' Trump-Kim ties

North Korea leader Kim vows to clear South Korea relics from Kumgang resort

North Korea leader Kim vows to clear South Korea relics from Kumgang resort

US awarded ownership of seized North Korean vessel

Court in the Southern District of New York ordered the vessel to be forfeited to Washington.

North Korea warns against Security Council meeting on missile tests

The warning came two days after North Korea broke off nuclear talks with the United States.

North Korea breaks off nuclear talks with U.S. in Sweden

North Korea breaks off nuclear talks with U.S. in Sweden

Xi and Kim hail 'immortal' China-North Korea relationship

Since March 2018, Xi and Kim have met five times.

Trump says meeting with Kim Jong Un 'could happen soon'

The stalemate comes despite past high-profile meetings between Trump and Kim.

N Korea demands security guarantees for nuclear talks

North Korea has always insisted that security guarantees would be necessary as part of any deal

US sanctions on North Korean hacking groups blamed for global attacks

The action blocks any U.S.-related assets of the groups and prohibits dealings with them

N Korea pursues nuclear weapons programme, evades sanctions: UN

The reclusive regime has declared a moratorium on nuclear blasts and long-range missile launches.

Japan says North Korea developing warheads to penetrate missile defences

Iwaya told that Japan believes the rockets were a new short-range ballistic missile.

North Korea launches more short-range missiles, clouding prospects for talks

"We are prepared to engage as soon as we hear from our counterparts in North Korea," Biegun said.

N Korea says Kim supervised weapons tests, criticizes Seoul

North Korea's Foreign Ministry blasted S Korea for continuing to host military drills with the US.

Trump says North Korea's Kim sent 'very beautiful letter'; new meeting possible

Trump told reporters at the White House the letter was hand-delivered on Thursday.

North Korea stole $2bn for weapons from cyberattacks: UN report

North Korea has launched four pairs of projectiles in less than two weeks and threatened more.

'We will make them pay': North Korea launches missiles, condemns US-South Korea drills

North Korea has said it is committed to diplomacy and it will wait until the end of the year.

N Korea's Kim won't 'disappoint me,' despite missile tests: Trump

Nuclear-armed North Korea is barred from ballistic missile tests under UN resolutions

North Korea launches 2 short-range missiles, Seoul says

The test comes as country's negotiations with US over its nuclear weapons program are at a stalemate

US' Pompeo hopes for North Korea talks soon, no leaders' summit planned

Pompeo and N Korean FM had been expected to meet on the sidelines of Southeast Asia security foreign

Fire and fury: With missile launch, North Korea shows ire at neighbor

Jae-in has been one of the most vocal proponents of engagement with the North.

Nuclear talks in doubt as N Korea tests ballistic missiles, envoy cancels trip

Firing a ballistic missile would be a violation of UN Security Council resolutions.

N. Korea leader votes in elections with 99.98pc turnout: KCNA

99.98 percent turnout this year was a 0.01 percent improvement on the figures registered in 2015.

North Korea says nuclear talks at risk if U.S.-South Korea exercises go ahead

North Korea has for years denounced military exercises between the United States and South Korea.

N Korea says US 'hell-bent' on sanctions despite Trump-Kim meet

Pyongyang's delegation to the UN said the US continues to be "obsessed with sanctions".

North Korea hails 'historic' Kim-Trump summit

Kim and Trump shook hands over the concrete slabs dividing North and South

Trump holds historic meeting with Kim with a tweet, handshake and 'flowers of hope'

The spur-of-the-moment idea apparently caught Kim by surprise, but he was quick to reciprocate.

Trump to meet North Korea's Kim on DMZ between the two Koreas

Both sides agreed in Singapore to rebuild relations and work towards the denuclearisation of Korea.

US, N Korea in behind-the-scenes talks over third summit, Moon says

Trump is considering visiting the demilitarized zone separating the two Koreas

North Korea lauds China ties as Xi wraps up trip

North Korea lauded its ties with historic ally China on Friday.

North Korea lauds China ties as Xi wraps up trip

China always prefers stability in its neighbourhood

Kim and Xi in Pyongyang talks as both face standoffs with Trump

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Pyongyang Thursday.

Xi heads to North Korea to meet Kim ahead of Trump talks

President Xi Jinping left China on a historic trip to Pyongyang on Thursday.

North Korean leader's brother was CIA informant: Wall St Journal

Kim Jong Nam died after being attacked at Kuala Lumpur International Airport on February 13, 2017

North Korea calls Bolton 'war monger' over missile comment

Bolton's "hammer act" was responsible for the collapse of a major nuclear deal between

North Korea blames US for failed summit, urges 'new calculation'

Trump called for a full roadmap for denuclearisation including the transfer of bombs to the US.

North Korea at UN warns of consequences over ship seizure

The US insists sanctions will be lifted after North Korea has fully scrapped its weapons programs.

North Korea says ship seizure by U.S. violates spirit of Trump-Kim summit

The North’s foreign ministry said in a statement that it rejected U.N. Security Council resolutions.

'Missiles like these will start the war': North Korea tests showcase growing capability

Photos released by state media on Friday showed Thursday’s test involved the same weapon.

US seizes N.Korea freighter accused of violating sanctions

The US announced the seizure of a North Korean cargo ship for violating international sanctions.

N Korea fires 2 suspected missiles in possible new warning

South Korea's military said earlier that at least one projectile was launched from the Sino-ri area

North Korea says recent rocket drill was 'regular and self-defensive': KCNA

Saturday's drill was the first test of a ballistic missile by North Korea since November 2017.

N. Korea tested rocket launchers and 'tactical guided weapons'

Seoul's military described the weapons as "projectiles" after it detected Saturday's firing.

North Korea slams 'foolish and dangerous' Pompeo

if the US did not change its stance by the end of this year, it will "face (an) unwanted outcome

N.Korea's Kim to Putin: US acted in 'bad faith' at Hanoi talks

Kim Jong Un accused the United States of acting in "bad faith" at their most recent talks.

Putin says US guarantees unlikely to prompt North Korea to de-nuclearise

Putin described Kim as “quite open” and as “thoughtful” and “interesting”.

North Korea's Kim in Russia for first talks with Putin

Moscow was a crucial backer of Pyongyang for decades

N.Korea's Kim, Putin to hold first talks in Russia's Far East

Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin will meet in Russia's Far East on Thursday.

N. Korea confirms Kim 'soon' to visit Russia: KCNA

Kim Jong Un will "soon" visit Russia for his first summit with President Vladimir Putin.

Pompeo says he's still in charge on N. Korea, works with Japan

Mike Pompeo Pompeo said he remained in charge of negotiating with North Korea.

US shrugs as North Korea demands Pompeo exit talks

North Korea on Thursday demanded that US remove the secretary of state from future negotiations.

North Korean leader Kim to meet Russia's Putin this month

The announcement coincided with a moment of discord in efforts by US administration with Kim

N.Korea's Kim oversees test of new weapon with 'powerful warhead'

North Korea's Kim Jong Un has supervised test-firing of new tactical weapon with "powerful warhead".

Trump floats idea of third North Korea summit

Trump said Thursday he is considering a potential third nuclear summit with North Korea's leader.

Pompeo agrees Kim Jong Un is a 'tyrant'

Mike Pompeo on Tuesday agreed that the North Korean leader is a "tyrant."

With a piece of paper, Trump called on Kim to hand over nuclear weapons

A lunch between the two leaders was canceled the same day.

N Korea activity incompatible with denuclearization: US

United States says it will not accept a gradual denuclearization of North Korea

US urge North Korea to abandon its nuclear program

United States says North Korea must have to abandon its nuclear and missile programs.

UN says North Korea defied sanctions with luxury vehicles

UN sanctions monitors are investigating Kim Jong Un's luxury vehicles purchases.

N Korea 'missile launch' plans under scrutiny as concern mounts

North Korea favours a more step-by-approach, with Kim proposing dismantling its nuclear complex.

N. Korea may be preparing a missile or space launch: NPR

The development is likely to further compound Washington's frustration.

N. Korea rocket site appears 'operational' again: US experts

The website and the Center for Strategic and International Studies tracked activity at the site.

Trump warns Kim over 'rebuilding' of NKorea rocket site

Trump said Wednesday he'd be "very, very disappointed" if North Korea rebuilding missile site.