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North Korea Fires 2 More Missiles Into Its Pacifi

North Korea launched two more ballistic missiles off its east coast on Monday, with the powerful sister of leader Kim Jong Un saying North Korea’s use of the Pacific as a “firing range” would depend on the behaviour of U.S….

Five-day COVID-19 lockdown imposed in Pyongyang

North Korea has ordered a five-day lockdown of the capital Pyongyang amid rising cases of an unspecified respiratory illness, according to NK News.Citing a government announcement, the Seoul-based outlet, which reports on North Korea, said residents were required to stay…

North Korea slams Japan’s military buildup, promises ‘action

North Korea has condemned Japan`s deliberate army build-up and pledged motion towards what it defined as Tokyo`s “incorrect and threatening choice” to strengthen its defence sector. The declaration on Tuesday from North Korea`s overseas ministry comes simply days after Japan…

North Korea warns of ‘stronger’ action following new US sanctions

North Korea on Friday berated the Biden administration for assessing fresh warrants against the country over its rearmost bullet tests and advised of stronger and further unequivocal action if Washington maintains its “ combative station.” In a statement carried by…

Kim Jong Un visits ‘model’ city, first public outing in more than a month

North Korean chief Kim Jong Un visited a brand new town being constructed close to the border with China, which he stated epitomises his country’s “iron will” to gain prosperity withinside the face of global isolation and pressure, in his…

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North Korea Says It Tested Hypersonic Missile

North Korea has successfully tested a hypersonic gliding missile, state media reported Wednesday, in what would be the nuclear-armed nation’s latest advance in weapons technology. Tuesday’s launch was of “great strategic significance”, the official Korean Central press agency said, because…