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North Korea tests new suicide drone weapons, some possibly AI-powered

North Korea tested new “Kumsong” suicide drones under Kim Jong-un’s supervision, with state media hinting at possible AI targeting features.

Biz leaders in Georgia want South Korean workers back but visa challenges persist

Georgia business leaders are pushing to bring back South Korean workers detained in an ICE raid, but visa challenges and stalled reforms pose major hurdles.

Russia may have supplied North Korea nuclear reactor for submarine

South Korea’s military says Russia may have supplied North Korea with nuclear reactor modules for submarines, raising serious global security concerns.

Samsung, SK hynix cut ESTA trips to U.S. after mass detentions in Georgia

Samsung and SK hynix have restricted ESTA travel to the U.S. after ICE detained hundreds of Korean workers in Georgia, disrupting major projects.

North Korean hackers use AI-generated fake IDs to target South Koreans

North Korean hackers used AI-generated deepfakes to create fake IDs in cyberattacks on South Korea, signaling a new phase in AI-driven cybercrime.

Trump attempts to reassure Korea Inc. in wake of LG-Hyundai plant raid

Trump sought to reassure Korean investors after the Georgia raid that detained 475 workers, pledging support for foreign investment and improved visa processes.

Once-detained workers’ families relieved at return, concerned over future work

More than 300 detained Korean workers returned home to emotional reunions at Incheon Airport, as families welcomed them with relief but voiced concerns about future U.S. work opportunities.

NIS reports China trip enhances Kim Ju-ae’s position as successor

South Korea’s NIS reported that Kim Ju-ae strengthened her standing as successor during her trip to China with Kim Jong-un, marking a key step in North Korea’s succession narrative.

Trump reportedly halts Koreans’ repatriation to suggest they could help train U.S. workforce

President Trump asked U.S. authorities to delay the repatriation of more than 300 Koreans detained in Georgia, suggesting they could help train the U.S. workforce before returning home.

Flight to repatriate Koreans detained in Georgia plant raid unexpectedly delayed

A Korean Air flight to repatriate Korean nationals detained in the Georgia plant raid was delayed, leaving workers in U.S. custody as legal and diplomatic disputes continue.