
North Korea's Kim calls for building modern army to brace for war
Kim outlines tasks to refurbish facilities and intensify education, focusing on modern warfare experiences and mastering advanced weapons.
Wed Feb 26 2025

North Korea's Kim makes rare visit to father's tomb, says devoted to 'sacred struggle'
For the first time in 4 years, Kim visited Pyongyang's Kumsusan Palace of Sun, home to his fathers and grandfathers embalmed bodies.
Mon Feb 17 2025

North Korea suspected of preparing to send more troops to Russia, Seoul says
South Korea suspects North Korea may send more troops to Russia to fight in Ukraine, despite past losses and captured soldiers.
Fri Jan 24 2025

North Korea's suicide soldiers pose new challenge for Ukraine in war with Russia
Mounting evidence shows North Korean soldiers aiding Russia in Ukraine are resorting to extreme measures.
Wed Jan 15 2025

Zelenskiy says he's ready to exchange N. Korean soldiers for Ukrainians held in Russia
In addition to the first captured soldiers from North Korea, there will undoubtedly be more, says Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
Mon Jan 13 2025

South Korea detects signs of North Korea preparing more troops, drones for Russia
North Korea has already provided 240mm multiple rocket launchers and 170mm self-propelled howitzers, and was seen preparing to produce more suicide drones to be shipped to Russia.
Mon Dec 23 2024

Starbucks serves South Koreans coffee and glimpse into the North
Hundreds show up for the opening of the US coffeehouse chain's newest store in an observatory near the city of Gimpo.
Fri Nov 29 2024

Trump wants to meet with North Korea's Kim, but the latter says that won't happen
Kim says he sees no reason to meet with Trump, as the United States has an "unchanging aggressive and hostile policy" toward North Korea.
Thu Nov 28 2024

North Korea's Kim urges improved military capabilities for war
US, ally threats, and military confrontations with North Korea push tensions to "the worst phase in history," says Kim Jong Un.
Mon Nov 18 2024

South Korea says North Korean soldiers are fighting Ukraine forces
Seoul's confirmation comes amid growing global criticism as the two countries strengthen military ties.
Thu Nov 14 2024

Dozens of North Koreans defectors caught by secret police 'vanish', says rights group
TJWG's report reveals enforced disappearance patterns based on interviews with 62 North Korean escapees now living in South Korea.
Fri Nov 01 2024

Russia asks at UN: If West aids Ukraine, why can't North Korea help us?
Vassily Nebenzia says Russia's military interaction with North Korea does not violate international law.
Thu Oct 31 2024

North Korea conducts longest ICBM test amid storm over troop deployment to Russia
South Korea warns Pyongyang could seek missile technology from Russia in exchange for deploying troops to help with the war in Ukraine.
Thu Oct 31 2024

North Korea's military is one of world's largest: how powerful is it?
The Korean People's Army, with an estimated 1.3 mln active personnel, is one of the world's largest militaries, behind China and the US.
Sun Oct 27 2024

Putin does not deny reports about North Korea troops
The Kremlin chief specifically mentioned Article 4 of the Russian partnership deal with North Korea, which deals with mutual defence.
Fri Oct 25 2024

PM hits out at those advising him 'not to travel too much'
PM says, Malaysia needs investment because, without it, the country cannot solve problems related to employment or create job opportunities.
Wed Feb 26 2025

North Korea's Kim calls for building modern army to brace for war
Kim outlines tasks to refurbish facilities and intensify education, focusing on modern warfare experiences and mastering advanced weapons.
Wed Feb 26 2025

60 Malaysians rescued from job scam syndicate in Cambodia - Wisma Putra
According to Wisma Putra, the victims will be repatriated in phases.
Wed Feb 26 2025

Palm oil's premium over soyoil to diminish in coming months, says analyst Mielke
Palm oil has traded at a premium over rival oils due to supply disruptions from top producers Indonesia and Malaysia, caused by floods.
Wed Feb 26 2025
'Representatives of Islam make very noticeable contribution to unity and common strength' - Putin meets with Russian Chief Mufti Tadzhuddin
President Vladimir Putin said that Muslims made a 'very noticeable contribution' to the unity and overall strength of Russia, at a meeting with Chairman of the Russian Central Spiritual Directorate of Muslims and Chief Mufti of Russia Talgat Tadzhuddin in Moscow on Monday.
Wed Feb 26 2025

Avitan Shalom sentenced to seven years for possession of ammunition and firearms
Avitan Shalom pleads guilty to two charges of possessing 200 rounds of ammunition and six firearms.
Wed Feb 26 2025

It's time to seize Russian assets, not just freeze them, says UK's Lammy
The move will harden Britain's position on how the West should handle bonds and other securities frozen since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Wed Feb 26 2025

Sudanese army plane crashes in residential area, 46 killed
Military sources said that the plane crash was most likely due to technical reasons.
Wed Feb 26 2025

'Go big or go home': Oscars red carpet to sparkle with bold gems and rare diamonds
Statement earrings and necklaces are forecast to be the rage this year.
Wed Feb 26 2025

White House takes control of the press pool covering Trump
While traditional media organisations would still be allowed to cover the president, the administration plans to change who participates.
Wed Feb 26 2025