North Korea

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North Korea, officially the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), is a country in East Asia. It constitutes the northern half of the Korean Peninsula and borders China and Russia to the north at the Yalu (Amnok) and Tumen rivers, and South Korea to the south at the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). The country's western border is formed by the Yellow Sea, while its eastern border is defined by the Sea of Japan. North Korea, like its southern counterpart, claims to be the sole legitimate government of the entire peninsula and adjacent islands. Pyongyang is the capital and largest city.

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North Korean dictator says he strongly supports Russia's invasion of Ukraine North Korean dictator says he strongly supports Russia's invasion of Ukraine President Kim Jong Un gave his full support to Moscow at a meeting with a top Russian official in Pyongyang, North Korean.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published 1 week ago

Pakistan Travel Ban Threat As Trump Plans Broader Restrictions \| 41 Nations On List \| Reports Pakistan travel ban threat looms as Donald Trump’s administration considers broader restrictions on 41 nations. Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bhutan are among those facing potential US visa suspensions.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:19Published 2 weeks ago

South Korean Fighter Jet Accidentally Drops Bombs, Injuring Civilians During Military Training Drill A South Korean KF-16 fighter jet accidentally dropped eight MK-82 bombs outside a firing range during a joint live-firing drill, injuring at least seven people. The incident, which occurred in Pocheon.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:04Published 3 weeks ago

North Korea Sends More Troops To Russia Amid Kursk Frontline Redeployment: Seoul Spy Agency \|Details Seoul's spy agency reported that North Korea has deployed additional troops to Russia and redeployed forces to the Kursk frontline. Over 10,000 North Korean soldiers were sent last year to aid.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:09Published on February 27, 2025

UK Hits Russia with 100+ New Sanctions on 3rd Anniversary of Ukraine Invasion, Targeting Putin Three years after President Putin's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the UK has announced its largest sanctions package since 2022. Over 100 new sanctions directly target individuals, companies, and.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 05:44Published on February 25, 2025

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un’s Shocking Message to U.S, Trump \| Kim, Putin Join Hands Against West? North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has launched a fiery attack on the U.S., accusing Washington of deliberately prolonging the Ukraine conflict to weaken Russia. Speaking at a defense ministry meeting,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:19Published on February 9, 2025

Trump, Kim Jong Un Back In Headlines As U.S President Says ‘We Will Have Relations’ With North Korea President Donald Trump has reignited discussions about U.S.-North Korea relations, declaring that his personal rapport with Kim Jong Un remains strong and could pave the way for renewed diplomacy... Credit: Oneindia Duration: 04:25Published on February 8, 2025

North Korea's Kim Jong Un inspects nuclear facility in bid to pressure Trump administration Kim visited the nuclear material production base and the Nuclear Weapons Institute, according to state media. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published on January 29, 2025

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Thousands of N Korean troops at Ukraine border will enter war 'within days' - US Thousands of North Korean soldiers are now positioned near Ukraine's border and likely to enter combat in the coming days, the US says. Sky News - Published on October 31, 2024	US soldier who fled to North Korea sentenced for desertion The US soldier who ran across the demilitarised zone into North Korea has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for desertion and dishonourably discharged. Sky News - Published on September 21, 2024
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