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Lee Jae-myung headed for second trial after Supreme Court overturns acquittal

South Korea’s Supreme Court overturned Lee Jae-myung’s acquittal on false statement charges, ordering a retrial just weeks before the presidential election.

Finance Minister Choi, next in line as acting president, resigns after DP impeachment motion

Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok resigned following an impeachment motion, leaving Education Minister Lee Ju-ho next in line as acting president.

North Korea conducts live-fire test on new destroyer, signals aggressive maritime strategy

North Korea launched a live-fire test of its new 5,000-ton destroyer Choe Hyon-ho, with Kim Jong-un calling for an “offensive defense system” at sea.

Russia releases combat footage showing North Korean soldiers in Kursk

Russia released footage of North Korean troops in combat near Kursk, prompting global condemnation and a UN Security Council session over sanctions violations.

South Korea’s spy agency estimates 4,700 North Korean casualties in Russia’s war in Ukraine

South Korea’s intelligence agency estimates 4,700 North Korean casualties in Russia’s war on Ukraine, while revealing broader military and cyber cooperation between Pyongyang and Moscow.

North Korea’s delegation heads to Russia after confirmation of troop dispatch to fight Ukraine

A North Korea military delegation has traveled to Russia just one day after Pyongyang officially confirmed the deployment of troops to support Moscow’s war...

North Korea bans song widely regarded as symbol of inter-Korean reconciliation

North Korea has banned the once-celebrated song "Glad to Meet You," marking a new phase in its campaign to erase symbols of inter-Korean unity.

Russia releases first video of North Korean troops training in Kursk

Russia released the first footage of North Korean troops training in Kursk, with reports suggesting up to 50,000 troops may have been deployed.

U.S. State Department, White House reportedly preparing for talks with North

The U.S. State Department and White House are reportedly preparing for possible talks with North Korea, as Donald Trump signals renewed interest in engagement.

North Korea acknowledges sending troops to Russia for first time

North Korea confirmed for the first time that it has deployed troops to Russia, citing its strategic partnership with Moscow and actions taken under Kim Jong-un’s direct orders.