N. Korea's Kim Jong Un calls ICBM test a 'clear signal' to the US
North Korea's test of a solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) should serve as a warning to the United States and its allies, ruler Kim Jong Un said.
Tue Dec 19 2023
Russia's war in Ukraine drags into second year with no end in sight
Further ratcheting up tensions, Putin announces plans to deploy new Sarmat multi-warhead intercontinental ballistic missiles this year.
Fri Feb 24 2023
North Korea says latest missile test against US, South Korean military 'threats'
North Korea said it conducted a "surprise" drill of an intercontinental ballistic missile amid military threats from the United States and South Korea.
Sun Feb 19 2023
N.Korea caps month of tests with longest-range missile since 2017
The launch takes North Korea a step closer to fully scrapping a self-imposed moratorium on testing its longest-range intercontinental ballistic missiles.
Sun Jan 30 2022
North Korea unveils 'monster' new intercontinental ballistic missile at parade
North Korea unveiled previously unseen intercontinental ballistic missiles at an unprecedented predawn military parade on Saturday that showcased the country's long-range weapons.
Sun Oct 11 2020
U.S. warns North Korean leadership will be 'utterly destroyed' in case of war
The United States warned North Korea's leadership it would be "utterly destroyed" if war were to break out, after Pyongyang test fired its most advanced intercontinental ballistic missile.
Thu Nov 30 2017
North Korea fires ICBM, splashes in Sea of Japan: Pentagon
North Korea fired what the U.S. Pentagon said appeared to be an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) that landed close to Japan on Wednesday
Tue Nov 28 2017
North Korea seen moving missiles from development centre - South Korean broadcaster
South Korean and U.S. intelligence officials detected missiles being transported away from North Korea's Missile Research and Development Facility at Sanum-dong in the northern part of Pyongyang.
Sat Sep 30 2017
North Korea's Kim Jong Un fetes nuclear scientists, holds celebration bash
KCNA did not specify when the banquet had been held, but analysts said it had likely been on Saturday.
Sun Sep 10 2017
Philippines' Duterte calls North Korea's Kim a 'fool' over nuclear ambitions
North Korea said Saturday's test of an intercontinental ballistic missile showed it may be able to reach most of the country.
Wed Aug 02 2017
North Korea can hit most of United States - US officials
The assessment, which the officials discussed on condition of anonymity, underscored the growing threat posed by Pyongyang's nuclear and missile programs.
Tue Aug 01 2017
U.S. flies bombers over Korean peninsula after North Korea missile test
The B-1B flight, conducted on Saturday, was in direct response to the missile test and the previous July 3 launch of the "Hwansong-14" rocket, the U.S. statement said.
Sun Jul 30 2017
Singapore condemns North Korea's latest ballistic missile test
The launch and its previous missile launches "have raised tensions in the region and further jeopardised the peace and stability of the Korean Peninsula."
Sun Jul 30 2017
North Korea tests another ICBM, claims all of U.S. in strike range
North Korea's state television broadcast pictures of the launch, showing the missile lifting off in a fiery blast in darkness and Kim cheering with military aides.
Sat Jul 29 2017
Australia urges China to do more on North Korea threat
North Korea, which has warned Australia could be the target of a strike, test-launched its first intercontinental ballistic missile earlier this month.
Thu Jul 27 2017
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024