March 2009 - North Korea Special Weapons News

US Again Warns of 'Consequences' if North Korea Launches Missile VOA 31 Mar 2009 -- The Obama administration is repeating that N Korea will face consequences if it follows through with missile launch.
KCNA Blasts Japan's Anti-DPRK Ruckus KCNA 31 Mar 2009 -- Forces hostile to the DPRK reckless in moves to deter the DPRK's projected launch of an experimental satellite for peaceful purposes.
At Least 190 Cases of Aerial Espionage Perpetrated against DPRK in March KCNA 31 Mar 2009 -- The US and S Korean military perpetrated intensive aerial espionage against the DPRK in March.
KCNA Report on US Reporters KCNA 31 Mar 2009 -- The illegal entry of U.S. reporters into the DPRK and their suspected hostile acts have been confirmed by evidence and their statements.
All Eyes on Japan as North Korea Prepares for Missile Launch VOA 30 Mar 2009 -- Leaders in S Korea and the United States have all but dismissed the use of military means to interfere with N Korea's rocket launch.
China says no plans to shoot down N.Korean rocket RIA Novosti 30 Mar 2009 -- China has no plans for special operations against North Korea's upcoming rocket launch.
Japan Deploys Ships Ahead of North Korean Rocket Launch VOA 28 Mar 2009 -- Japan deployed three guided missile destroyers Saturday with orders to shoot down any debris from a North Korean rocket that might stray into Japanese airspace.
N.Korea missile launch to complicate security - UN Sec. Gen. RIA Novosti 28 Mar 2009 -- The launch of a missile by North Korea would complicate peace and stability in northeast Asia, the UN secretary general said Saturday.
Tokyo dispatches destroyers to intercept North Korean missile RIA Novosti 28 Mar 2009 -- Japan dispatched two destroyers from their base in the Nagasaki Prefecture to the Sea of Japan on Saturday prior to a planned missile launch by North Korea, the country's defense ministry announced.
North Korean Satellite Launch May Violate U.N. Rule, Mullen Says AFPS 27 Mar 2009 -- The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff today expressed concern over a possible North Korean satellite launch that could violate United Nations sanctions against nuclear testing by the government in Pyongyang.
Kim Jong Il Provides Field Guidance to Anju Area Coal Mining Complex KCNA 27 Mar 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il provided field guidance to the Anju Area Coal Mining Complex.
Kim Jong Il Gives Field Guidance to Kusong Machine-Tool Plant KCNA 27 Mar 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il field guidance to the Kusong Machine-Tool Plant.
Famous Works Serving as Precious Guideline in Adding Lustre to National Character KCNA 27 Mar 2009 -- The Korean people, under the leadership of Kim Jong Il, have regarded the application of the national character in all spheres of social life as well as the Juche character as an important work for the independent development of the nation and held fast to it with consistency.
New Upsurge of Korean Revolution Provided by Yaoyinggou Meeting KCNA 27 Mar 2009 -- The Korean people with deep emotion are looking back upon the historic Yaoyinggou meeting held under the guidance of President Kim Il Sung on the occasion of its 74th anniversary.
Dismantlement of Imperialists' Overseas Military Bases Demanded KCNA 27 Mar 2009 -- It is an important task facing the world peace-loving people at present to check and foil the imperialists' moves for reinforcing their overseas military bases for aggression and get them dismantled.
Korean Working Class Called upon to Fully Display Its Militant Stamina KCNA 27 Mar 2009 -- The Korean working class should perform heroic feats in the on-going worthwhile advance, keenly aware of the noble mission and duty it has assumed before the country, the revolution and the times and history.
All Koreans Called upon to Remain True to Idea of "By Our Nation Itself" KCNA 27 Mar 2009 -- The idea of "By our nation itself" serves as a powerful ideological and moral weapon for promoting the cause of the country's reunification, guided by the spirit of national independence and national unity.
Japan Orders Possible North Korean Rocket Interception VOA 27 Mar 2009 -- Japan's military ready to shoot down the rocket N Korea is planning to launch, if it looks like it will land anywhere on Japanese territory.
Japanese government approves destruction of N. Korean rocket RIA Novosti 27 Mar 2009 -- Japan's Security Council gave approval to the military to destroy a North Korean rocket.
Russia cautions N. Korea against rocket launch plans RIA Novosti 27 Mar 2009 -- A deputy Russian foreign minister has joined international criticism, warning against increasing tensions in the region.
DPRK's Stand on Satellite Launch for Peaceful Purposes Re-clarified KCNA 26 Mar 2009 -- Sternly warned that if such hostile act is committed it will just mean the UNSC's denial of the September 19 joint statement.
Lee Myung Bak's Accusation against DPRK's Projected Satellite Launch Dismissed KCNA 26 Mar 2009 -- Lee Myung Bak has been busy with diplomacy, crying out for "stop to the missile launch."
N. Korea says criticism of rocket launches 'hostile act' RIA Novosti 26 Mar 2009 -- North Korean FM spokesman: If rocket launches in the country "are criticized" then this would be viewed as a "hostile act."
White House Warns North Korea on Missile Launch VOA 26 Mar 2009 -- White House warned North Korea that missile launch would be "provocative" and would violate UN Security Council resolutions.
Clinton warns North Korea over missile launch plans RIA Novosti 26 Mar 2009 -- US Secretary of State Clinton: Firing of a missile of any kind would be a "provocative act" that could harm 6-party negotiations.
S. Korea Warns North Against Firing Rocket VOA 26 Mar 2009 -- More international warnings and naval deployments are leading up to North Korea's planned launch of a long-range missile.
Clinton Says North Korea Missile Launch Would Have Consequences VOA 25 Mar 2009 -- More international warnings and naval deployments are leading up to North Korea's planned missile launch.
Smear Campaign against DPRK over Issue of Satellite Slammed KCNA 25 Mar 2009 -- "Statement" groundlessly labeled the DPRK's projected satellite launch a "missile launch."
US Military: North Korea's Planned Satellite Launch Is Act Of Provocation VOA 25 Mar 2009 -- US military leaders told the US Congress that North Korea remains the greatest threat to peace in the Pacific region.
Development of Atomic Energy, World Trend KCNA 25 Mar 2009 -- Various countries are directing great efforts to the development of atomic energy in recent years.
Kim Jong Il Gives Field Guidance to Construction Site of Huichon Power Station KCNA 25 Mar 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il gave field guidance to the construction site of the Huichon Power Station.
Spokesman for DPRK Foreign Ministry Slams Anti-DPRK Campaign over Its Projected Satellite Launch KCNA 24 Mar 2009 -- DPRK FM slamming the campaign of the US and some of its allied forces to hold in check the DPRK's projected satellite launch.
N. Korea Warns Against Sanctions, Rocket Launch Interference VOA 24 Mar 2009 -- N Korea warning international community to not interfere with plans to launch satellite into space next month.
North Korea Says Detained US Journalists Well-Treated VOA 24 Mar 2009 -- State Department said US has been told by North Korea that two American journalists it detained last week are being well-treated.
Aim Sought by US in Relocating Its Forces Overseas Disclosed KCNA 24 Mar 2009 -- The US recently decided to transfer some of its Marines based in Okinawa to Guam.
Kim Jong Il Provides Field Guidance to Jaeryong Mine KCNA 23 Mar 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il provided field guidance to the Jaeryong Mine.
North Korea Weekly (March 16 - 22, 2009) ROK National Intelligence Service
Report: Detained US Reporters Likely in Pyongyang VOA 22 Mar 2009 -- A news report said Sunday that it is likely North Korea has sent two American journalists detained last week to the capital of Pyongyang for interrogation.
North Korea to Close Air Routes for Rocket Launch VOA 21 Mar 2009 -- North Korea announced Saturday it will close two aviation routes through its air space from April 4 through April 8 during a planned rocket launch.
North Korea Confirms US Journalist Detention VOA 21 Mar 2009 -- North Korea has confirmed reports via state-run media that it took two U.S. journalists into custody as Washington engages at the highest levels to resolve the situation diplomatically.
Kim Jong Il Poses for Pictures with KPA Soldiers KCNA 20 Mar 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il met and congratulated the participants in the meeting of active outpost soldiers of the KPA under way in Pyongyang.
Tradition of Victories of DPRK KCNA 20 Mar 2009 -- The army and people of the DPRK are filled with the will to annihilate the enemy, determined to bring victory to Songun Korea through a resolute and relentless war of right for reunification, should the U.S. imperialists and the south Korean war maniacs invade an inch of the sky, land and sea of the DPRK.
Namhung Gasification Project in Full Swing KCNA 20 Mar 2009 -- A Namhung gasification project is taking place in a bold and big way these months. In order to successfully carry on the project which is of great significance in the solution of the food problem and the improvement of the people's living, the government has organized a construction commanding office with able officials and is forcefully pushing ahead with it amid nation-wide attention and support.
U.S. Imperialists' Ambition to Stifle DPRK Flayed KCNA 20 Mar 2009 -- The madcap Key Resolve and Foal Eagle joint military exercises staged across south Korea saliently prove that U.S. imperialism can never exist without aggression and war and its moves to stifle the DPRK by force of arms have reached a graver phase.
N.Korea to launch rocket on April 4 - Japanese media RIA Novosti 20 Mar 2009 -- North Korea's planned launch of a rocket that it says will deliver a satellite into orbit will take place on April 4.
N.Korea reopens military communication channel with South RIA Novosti 20 Mar 2009 -- DPRK informed ROK that it would reopen communications channel, which was cut in protest against ROK-US military drills.
North Korea to Reconnect Military Phone Line With South VOA 20 Mar 2009 -- North Korea has re-established a key military phone line with South Korea, after severing it nearly two weeks ago.
US in Contact With North Korea Over Missing Journalists VOA 20 Mar 2009 -- The U.S. State Department says it is in contact with North Korea about two U.S. journalists taken into custody by Pyongyang.
US Commander: DPRK Missile Launch a 'Significant Threat' VOA 19 Mar 2009 -- US military officers: If DPRK's planned satellite launch succeeds, it would represent a significant threat to global security.
Asia Diplomats Cautious on North Korea Detention of US Journalists VOA 19 Mar 2009 -- Silence is defining the early hours of what may become a tense negotiation between the United States and North Korea.
Reports: North Korean Military Detains 2 American Journalists VOA 19 Mar 2009 -- South Korean media say North Korea's military has detained two American journalists along the country's northern border.
Two U.S. reporters detained in N. Korea RIA Novosti 19 Mar 2009 -- Two US journalists were detained by N Korean border guards at the border between China and North Korea.
North Korean, Chinese Premiers Meet in Beijing VOA 19 Mar 2009 -- N Korea's premier is getting high-level treatment in China, where he met with his Chinese counterpart.
Punishment of War Maniacs by Arms Urged KCNA 18 Mar 2009 -- US and the S Korean forces are staging war exercises across south Korea to mount a surprise preemptive attack on the DPRK.
South Korea Warns of Action if North Blocks Border Again VOA 18 Mar 2009 -- S Korea warned that it would respond with decisive action if Pyongyang once again blocked access to a joint factory park in N Korea.
"Year of DPRK-China Friendship" Opens KCNA 18 Mar 2009 -- The "year of DPRK-China friendship" was opened with due ceremony at the opera theater of the state theater in Beijing.
Talks Held between Premiers of DPRK and China KCNA 18 Mar 2009 -- Talks held between Kim Yong Il, premier of the DPRK Cabinet, and Wen Jiabao, premier of the State Council of China.
Key Resolve and Foal Eagle Joint War Maneuvers in Their Height KCNA 17 Mar 2009 -- The Key Resolve and Foal Eagle joint military exercises are in their height in the land, seas and air.
US Says North Korea Rejects Further Food Aid VOA 17 Mar 2009 -- In the latest of a series of moves toward apparent self-isolation, DPRK has informed the US that it no longer wants American food assistance.
North Korea demands U.S. stop humanitarian aid supplies RIA Novosti 17 Mar 2009 -- US would stop humanitarian aid supplies to N Korea after the state requested Washington discontinue the program.
N.Korean premier arrives in China for talks RIA Novosti 17 Mar 2009 -- North Korean Premier Kim Yong-il arrived in Beijing on Tuesday on a five-day visit to discuss bilateral and international issues.
North Korean Premier Visits China VOA 17 Mar 2009 -- The North Korean premier arrives in Beijing today to meet with Chinese leaders, as the two sides commemorate 60 years of bilateral relations.
Kim Yong Il Arrives in Beijing KCNA 17 Mar 2009 -- Kim Yong Il, premier of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, arrived in Beijing by air to pay an official goodwill visit to the People's Republic of China.
S. Korean activists launch propaganda, cash at North on balloons RIA Novosti 17 Mar 2009 -- S Korean activists floated propaganda leaflets and N Korean won to their communist neighbors, angering Pyongyang.
Kim Jong Il Gives On-the-Spot Guidance to Sungri Motor Complex KCNA 17 Mar 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il gave on-the-spot guidance to the Sungri Motor Complex.
S.Korean organizations demand fundamental changes in policy to North RIA Novosti 16 Mar 2009 -- South Korean opposition parties called on Monday for fundamental changes to the government's confrontational policy towards the North, a South Korean newspaper reported.
War Maniacs Warned Not to Run Amuck KCNA 15 Mar 2009 -- Rodong Sinmun Sunday in a signed commentary points out that the Key Resolve and Foal Eagle joint military exercises under way in south Korea are a very adventurous war racket kicked up by the U.S. imperialists in collusion with the south Korean puppet military bellicose forces with an eye to mount a three-dimensional preemptive surprise strike at the DPRK from the ground, sea and air.
Japanese, South Korean Envoys Meet Ahead of Anticipated N. Korea Rocket Test VOA 16 Mar 2009 -- South Koreans and Japanese envoys to the six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear program have met in Tokyo. The negotiations remain deadlocked and North Korea is expected to test-fire a long-range missile in the coming weeks.
N. Korean Unpredictability Raises Questions About Industrial Zone VOA 16 Mar 2009 -- North Korea has eased border restrictions to South Korea, allowing hundreds of South Korean managers to return home from a joint industrial zone. However, analysts say Pyongyang's refusal to allow a normal flow of traffic is raising serious questions about the project's future.
North Korea Weekly (March 9 - 15, 2009) ROK National Intelligence Service
North Korean leader says communist regime strong - agency RIA Novosti 15 Mar 2009 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-Il believes his communist regime is strong and the country's army is prepared to fight any enemy, Chinese news agency Xinhua reported on Sunday, referring to North Korea's state media
North Korea Bans Border Crossing for 2nd Day VOA 14 Mar 2009 -- North Korea has barred border crossings with South Korea for a second straight day Saturday, stranding hundreds of people in the North.
New Railway Line for Transport of Iron Ore Laid KCNA 13 Mar 2009 -- A new railway line was laid between Cholgwang Railway Station and the Unryul Mine in the western coastal area of the DPRK.
U.S. Frantic Efforts to Round Off MD Assailed KCNA 13 Mar 2009 -- With a plan to wind up the test of efficiency of MD by the end of May the United States has entered the phase of implementing it. This indicates that the U.S. remains unchanged in its strategy to realize the wild ambition for dominating the world by force of arms. Minju Joson Friday says this in a signed commentary.
U.S. and S. Korean Warmongers' Reckless War Maneuvers Flayed KCNA 13 Mar 2009 -- The Key Resolve and Foal Eagle joint military exercises now under way across south Korea are an undisguised military threat to the DPRK as they are dangerous military provocations that can be seen only on the eve of a war, observes Minju Joson Friday in a signed commentary.
Japan says 'ready to shoot down N. Korean long-range missile' RIA Novosti 13 Mar 2009 -- Japan is ready to intercept a North Korean rocket if it appears to threaten the country's security.
Japan, South Korea Warn North's Launch Will Have Consequences VOA 13 Mar 2009 -- Japan and South Korea will seek high-level action at the UN to punish N Korea if it proceeds with long-range rocket launch.
Russian senator criticizes North Korea rocket launch plans RIA Novosti 13 Mar 2009 -- North Korea's announced launch of a long-range rocket may complicate the security situation on the Korean Peninsula.
Satellite launch by DPR Korea will threaten regional stability, Ban warns UN News Centre 12 Mar 2009 -- Sec-General Ban voiced concern about DPRK plans to launch a satellite, warning it could jeopardize stability.
US Seeks to 'Head Off' North Korean Missile Test VOA 12 Mar 2009 -- US State Department: US working to dissuade North Korea from going ahead with its plan to launch a satellite next month.
ICAO Official Advised of DPRK Plans for Rocket Launch ICAO 12 Mar 2009
Information on the Launch of an Experimental Communications Satellite 'Kwangmyongsong No.2' IMO 12 Mar 2009
North Korea Notifies World Agencies of Satellite Launch Plan VOA 12 Mar 2009 -- North Korea has told international agencies it will conduct its planned launch of what Pyongyang says is a satellite in early April.
KCNA Report on DPRK's Accession to International Space Treaty and Convention KCNA 12 Mar 2009 -- The KCNA made public a report today that the DPRK acceded to the international treaty and convention on space.
N.Korea joins space treaty, convention - Russian ministry source RIA Novosti 12 Mar 2009 -- North Korea has informed Russia that it has signed up to an international treaty and convention on space.
Bomb-like Declarations Showing Matchless Grit and Will KCNA 12 Mar 2009 -- The situation in the DPRK 16 years ago was unprecedentedly tense.
Kim Jong Il Provides Field Guidance to Hwanghae Iron and Steel Complex KCNA 12 Mar 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il gave on-the-spot guidance to the Hwanghae Iron and Steel Complex.
DPRK to Take Every Necessary Measure to Protect Its Sovereignty KCNA 11 Mar 2009 -- Spokesman for the DPRK Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Situation hardens the will of the DPRK to bolster its defence capability.
South Korea sends letter to North calling for calm RIA Novosti 11 Mar 2009 -- S Korea called upon the North to defuse tensions, in a letter sent to the country's titular head of state, Kim Yong-nam.
Russia, China urge restraint over tensions on Korea peninsula RIA Novosti 11 Mar 2009 -- Russian and Chinese FMs expressed concern over rising tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
Former N. Korean Spy Holds Meeting with Abductee Family VOA 11 Mar 2009 -- Former North Korean spy has met with family members of a Japanese woman who was apparently abducted by the North's agents.
North Korea Reopens Border to South VOA 10 Mar 2009 -- Recently heightened tensions between North and South Korea have eased in at least one way.
UN Urges North Korea to Retract Plane Threat VOA 10 Mar 2009 -- UN aviation safety agency has called on North Korea to retract its threat against passenger planes flying near its airspace.
North Korea Warns of War as US, S. Korean Drills Begin VOA 09 Mar 2009 -- Several-hundred S Koreans remain stranded in N Korea after the North's decision to cut a military hotline and seal its border to the South.
Lee Myung Bak Group and U.S. and Japanese Aggressors Urged to Act with Discretion KCNA 09 Mar 2009 -- General Staff of the KPA issued statement in connection with Key Resolve and Foal Eagle exercises.
KPA Supreme Command Orders All Its Servicepersons to Be Fully Combat Ready KCNA 09 Mar 2009 -- The Supreme Command of the KPA released report as regards the Key Resolve and Foal Eagle exercises.
North Korea puts armed forces on full combat readiness RIA Novosti 09 Mar 2009 -- North Korea has put its armed forces on full combat readiness and cut off the only direct hotline with South Korea's military.
Kim Jong-il unanimously reelected to N.Korean parliament RIA Novosti 09 Mar 2009 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-il has been unanimously reelected to the country's parliament with 100% voter turnout.
Kim Jong Il Elected Deputy to 12th SPA of DPRK KCNA 09 Mar 2009 -- Central Election Committee for the Election of Deputies to the 12th SPA of the DPRK Monday released results of the election of a deputy to the SPA held at Constituency No. 333.
Returns of SPA Election Announced KCNA 09 Mar 2009 -- The Central Election Committee announced the returns of the election of deputies to the 12th Supreme People's Assembly of the DPRK.
North Korea Weekly (March 2 - 8, 2009) ROK National Intelligence Service
Kim Jong Il Participates in Voting KCNA 08 Mar 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il Sunday inspected Kim Il Sung Political University and participated in the election of deputy to the Supreme People's Assembly.
KPA Servicepersons Participate in Voting KCNA 08 Mar 2009 -- Servicepersons of KPA participated voting for electing General Secretary Kim Jong Il deputy to the 12th Supreme People's Assembly.
Senior Party and State Officials Go to Polls KCNA 08 Mar 2009 -- Senior party and state officials of the DPRK went to sub-constituencies across the country to join the voters in election.
All Voters Participate in Voting KCNA 08 Mar 2009 -- All voters registered on the lists of voters participated in voting at all constituencies for the election of deputies to the 12th Supreme People's Assembly.
All Citizens Called upon to Turn out in Election KCNA 08 Mar 2009 -- Leading papers Sunday run editorials on the day of the election of deputies to the 12th Supreme People's Assembly.
North Koreans vote in parliamentary elections RIA Novosti 08 Mar 2009 -- North Koreans are electing lawmakers to the country's parliament on Sunday in an election that could provide a clue to who will be the country's next leader, the South Korean news agency Yonhap reported.
North Koreans Cast Ballots in Rubber-Stamp Elections VOA 08 Mar 2009 -- More than 90 percent of eligible voters in North Korea, including the country's leader Kim Jong Il, cast their ballots in parliamentary elections Sunday.
U.S. Maintains Commitment to South Korean Security AFPS 06 Mar 2009 -- US will provide S Korea missile defense against a “very real threat” from North Korea.
US Envoy Urges N. Korea to Refrain from Missile Launch VOA 06 Mar 2009 -- The U.S. special envoy on North Korea Stephen Bosworth Friday reiterated his call to North Korea to refrain from firing a rocket.
U.N. Command, North Korean Officers Meet to Reduce Tensions in Korea AFPS 06 Mar 2009 -- UN officers: Assertions that DPRK could not guarantee safety of aircraft “inappropriate” during meeting with DPRK officers.
South Korea Diverts Flights After N. Korea's Warning VOA 06 Mar 2009 -- South Korea says North Korea must immediately withdraw an implicit threat it made this week to civilian airliners.
Nomination and Registration of Candidates for Deputies to SPA Finished KCNA 05 Mar 2009 -- A report of the Central Election Committee was published on March 4.
DPRK-U.S. General-level Talks Held KCNA 06 Mar 2009 -- The DPRK-U.S. general-level talks were held in Panmunjom on March 2 and 6 at the proposal of the Korean People's Army side.
Construction of Hydroelectric Power Stations Changes Looks of Country KCNA 06 Mar 2009 -- Many hydroelectric power stations have been built in the DPRK these years, which are greatly conducive to the economic construction and the people's livelihood and have changed the looks of the country beyond recognition.
UN, North Korean Officers to Meet for Second Time in a Week VOA 05 Mar 2009 -- US military officers representing UN command in S Korea will hold second meeting with some of their N Korean counterparts.
US Criticizes 'Unhelpful, Unwelcome' North Korean Rhetoric VOA 05 Mar 2009 -- US criticizing as "distinctly unhelpful" and "unwelcome" an implicit North Korean threat to South Korean civil aviation.
North Korea unable to guarantee safety of South's civilian planes RIA Novosti 05 Mar 2009 -- North Korea cannot guarantee the safety of South Korean civilian aircraft during joint US-South Korean military exercises.
War Exercises Go On in S. Korea KCNA 05 Mar 2009 -- The US and the south Koreans staging large-scale war exercises in various parts of south Korea.
South Korean Official: North's Missile Launch 'Not Imminent' VOA 04 Mar 2009 -- S. Korea's new chief official on N. Korea policy: Missile launch analysts warning about unlikely to happen in the immediate future.
Kim Jong Il Provides Field Guidance to Construction in Area of Samjiyon KCNA 04 Mar 2009 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il provided field guidance to construction in revolutionary sites in the area of Samjiyon.
DPRK Delegate on UN Peace-keeping Operations KCNA 03 Mar 2009 -- A DPRK delegate made a speech at the session of the UN Special Committee on Peace-keeping Operations on Feb. 24.
Tokyo Prepares Long-Range Missile Test to Counter North Korean Missile Test VOA 03 Mar 2009 -- DPRK believed to be preparing long-range missile test-fire, and Japanese media reports Tokyo preparing counter.
U.N., North Korea Hold Rare Talks AFPS 02 Mar 2009 -- Officials from the North Korean army and the United Nations Command held their first high-level talks in nearly seven years today inside the Demilitarized Zone.
North Korea Requests Rare Meeting With UN Command VOA 02 Mar 2009 -- North Korea has met for the first time in years with senior officers in the United Nations Command that monitors the heavily armed border dividing the Korean peninsula. The meeting comes days before the scheduled start of US - South Korea military drills.
Dynamic Advance of Cause of National Reunification Called for KCNA 02 Mar 2009 -- Rodong Sinmun Sunday in an editorial dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the March First Popular Uprising (March 1, 1919) calls for smashing the blatant challenge of the anti-reunification forces at home and abroad by dint of united efforts of the nation and dynamically accelerating the advance of the cause of national independence.
U.S. and S. Korean Warmongers' Moves to Ignite War against DPRK Flayed KCNA 02 Mar 2009 -- Shortly ago, the warmongers of puppet military of south Korea announced that it would round off a new joint operation plan against the north to replace the "OPLAN-5027" by July with the United States and apply the said plan to Ulji Freedom Guardian joint military exercises to be staged in August. Meanwhile, they cried out that they would set up "ballistic guided missile operation control center" by 2012 under the pretext of "coping with the missile threat."
North Korea Weekly (February 23 - March 1, 2009) ROK National Intelligence Service

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