Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD)
August 2013 - North Korea Special Weapons News
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- N. Korea: Military Drills Prompted Envoy Visit Cancellation VOA 31 Aug 2013 -- North Korea says it rescinded its offer for a senior U.S. envoy to visit Pyongyang because of U.S. and South Korean military drills that took place on the peninsula last week.
- Spokesman for DPRK FM Accuses U.S. of Spoiling Atmosphere for Humanitarian Dialogue KCNA 31 Aug 2013 -- A spokesman for the DPRK Foreign Ministry gave the following answer to the question.
- N. Korea Expanding Rocket Launch Site VOA 30 Aug 2013 -- A leading U.S. research institute says new satellite imagery shows North Korea has embarked on a major construction program at a launch site used last year to fire a rocket into orbit.
- North Korea Rescinds US Envoy Invitation VOA 30 Aug 2013 -- The U.S. State Department says North Korea has rescinded its offer for a senior U.S. envoy to visit Pyongyang to negotiate the release of a jailed Korean-American.
- KCNA Commentary Criticizes Some Western Countries for Banning Export of Ski Equipment to DPRK KCNA 30 Aug 2013 -- Some Western European countries have opposed the export of cableway equipment to be installed at ski resort on Masik Pass in the DPRK.
- Panama: UN Report Finds NKorean Ship Violated Sanctions VOA 29 Aug 2013 -- Panama says United Nations experts have determined Cuban weapons seized from a North Korean cargo ship in the Panama Canal were a violation of U.N. sanctions.
- UN Panel Hears from Relatives of Japanese Abucted by N. Korea VOA 29 Aug 2013 -- Relatives of Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea in the 1970s and 1980s urged a United Nations panel on Thursday to help step up efforts to find out more about those still missing.
- NDC Policy Department Warns U.S., S. Korea against Anti-DPRK Acts KCNA 29 Aug 2013 -- The spokesman for the Policy Department of the National Defence Commission of the DPRK issued the following statement.
- Two Koreas sign deal to reopen joint industrial park PressTV 29 Aug 2013 -- South and North Korean officials have signed an agreement to form a new joint committee to reopen the shared industrial complex shut down in April.
- Kim Jong-un’s Rumored Ex-Girlfriend Publicly Executed – Report RIA Novosti 29 Aug 2013 -- A singer once rumored to be the girlfriend of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has been publicly executed by firing squad for violating the insular nation’s pornography laws.
- Kim Jong Un Encourages DPRK People in Building Sports Power KCNA 29 Aug 2013 -- The finals of men's premier soccer league for Torch Cup took place at Kim Il Sung Stadium here on August 28, the Youth Day, in the presence of supreme leader Kim Jong Un.
- Agreement on North-South Joint Committee for KIZ Adopted KCNA 28 Aug 2013 -- The north and the south adopted an agreement on organizing and operating the north-south joint committee for the Kaesong Industrial Zone.
- Readout of Secretary Hagel's Meeting with Republic of Korea Minister of Defense Kim Kwan Jin DoD 28 Aug 2013
- South Korean Inspectors Visit Paves Way for Reunions RIA Novosti 28 Aug 2013 -- A team of South Korean inspectors crossed the border with North Korea to inspect a resort venue for reunions of families separated by the Korean War.
- Songun Politics Guarantees Peace, Reunification KCNA 28 Aug 2013 -- Songun politics serves as an ever-victorious treasured sword and a great national banner.
- Statement by the Press Secretary on North Korea The White House 27 Aug 2013
- Peace dearer than anything else: North Korean official PressTV 25 Aug 2013 -- A senior North Korean military official has voiced his country’s willingness for making peace with South Korea.
- Meeting of WPK Central Military Commission Held KCNA 25 Aug 2013 -- An enlarged meeting of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea was held under the guidance of supreme leader Kim Jong Un.
- Kim Jong Il's Songun Cause Inherited by Kim Jong Un KCNA 25 Aug 2013 -- Today marks the 53rd anniversary of leader Kim Jong Il's start of the Songun revolutionary leadership.
- Kim Jong Il's Feats for Army Building to Remain Forever KCNA 25 Aug 2013 -- August 25 is the Day of Songun in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
- Kim Jong Un Publishes Talk on Day of Songun KCNA 25 Aug 2013 -- Supreme leader Kim Jong Un published a talk "Let Us Add Eternal Brilliance to Comrade Kim Jong Il's Great Idea and Achievements of the Songun Revolution."
- S. Korea Announces List of Potential Family Reunion Candidates VOA 24 Aug 2013 -- South Korea's Red Cross has announced a list of 500 potential candidates for family reunions next month in North Korea between relatives separated by the Korean War.
- Base Act of Blocking Import of Ski Resort Equipment Cannot Be Justified: Statement KCNA 24 Aug 2013 -- The spokesman for the DPRK Skiers Association issued the following statement.
- UN probe on DPR Korea to begin hearings UN News Centre 23 Aug 2013 -- The United Nations panel set up to investigate human rights violations in the DPRK will travel to Japan next week.
- North, South Korea Begin Family Reunion Talks VOA 23 Aug 2013 -- North and South Korea have begun talks on reuniting families separated by the Korean War.
- Seoul Court Acquits Fake N.Korean Defector of Espionage RIA Novosti 22 Aug 2013 -- A court in South Korea acquitted of espionage charges a Chinese national who had posed as a North Korean defector.
- North, South Korea Finalize Talks on Family Reunions VOA 22 Aug 2013 -- North and South Korea have finalized an agreement to hold talks on reuniting families separated by the Korean War.
- Rodong Sinmun Calls for North-South Dialogue, Cooperation KCNA 22 Aug 2013 -- Dialogue and cooperation between the north and south of Korea is an important work to be thoroughly pushed forward.
- N. Korea Offers Muted Criticism to US-S. Korean Military Drill VOA 20 Aug 2013 -- North Korea has responded with softer than usual language to an annual U.S.-South Korea war exercise that began this week.
- CPRK Denounces S. Korean Chief Executive's Agitation for War against DPRK KCNA 20 Aug 2013 -- The Ulji Freedom Guardian war exercise, big DPRK-targeted war drill that was kicked off in south Korea under the pretext of "annual exercise".
- Kim Jong Un Visits Scientific and Technological Exhibition Hall of KPA KCNA 20 Aug 2013 -- Marshal Kim Jong Un visited the Scientific and Technological Exhibition Hall of the KPA.
- Project of Pukchang Ryongsan Power Station Progresses at Final Phase KCNA 20 Aug 2013 -- The construction of the Pukchang Ryongsan Power Station in South Phyongan Province is making rapid progress.
- DPRK Proposes Reunion of Separated Families, Relatives and Resumption of Tours to Mt. Kumgang KCNA 18 Aug 2013 -- The Committee for the Peaceful Reunification of Korea (CPRK) spokesman issued the following statement Sunday:
- North Korea Quiet on US-South Korea Military Drill VOA 18 Aug 2013 -- The U.S. and South Korea have launched an annual joint military exercise, with a muted response from North Korea.
- Koreas to Discuss Family Reunions, But Venue in Dispute VOA 18 Aug 2013 -- North and South Korea have agreed in principle to hold talks on resuming reunions of families separated by the Korean War, in the latest sign of an apparent easing of tensions between the two rivals.
- Kim Jong Un Visits Construction Site of Ski Resort on Masik Pass KCNA 17 Aug 2013 -- Marshal Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, first chairman of the National Defence Commission of the DPRK and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, visited the construction site of the Ski Resort on Masik Pass.
- Kim Jong Un Inspects KPA Unit KCNA 17 Aug 2013 -- Supreme Commander of the Korean People's Army (KPA) Kim Jong Un, who is also first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and first chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission, inspected KPA Unit 3404.
- Soldier-builders Effect Great Upsurge in Building Edifices KCNA 17 Aug 2013 -- Marshal Kim Jong Un's field guidance to edifices now under construction in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea encourages the soldier-builders to effect great upsurge in building them.
- Building of Dam of Paektusan Power Station No. 2 Completed KCNA 16 Aug 2013 -- The builders of the Paektusan Songun Youth Power Station completed the building of a dam and a surge tank of Power Station No. 2 in a matter of a little over one year since the inauguration of Power Station No. 1.
- Panama Slaps N. Korean Arms-Smuggling Ship With Hefty Fine RIA Novosti 16 Aug 2013 -- The Panama Canal authority has decided to impose an up to $1 million fine on a North Korean ship seized in July on suspicion of illegal arms-trafficking, the Latin American media reported Thursday.
- DPR Korea: UN human rights probe set to begin hearings next week UN News Centre 16 Aug 2013 -- The United Nations panel set up to investigate human rights violations in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) will begin a series of public hearings next week in Seoul, Republic of Korea, aimed at gathering information from various witnesses.
- All Koreans Called upon to Bring Future in Unity KCNA 15 Aug 2013 -- The All-Korean Committee for Implementation of the June 15 Joint Declaration released an appeal to all the Koreans at home and abroad Thursday, the 68th anniversary of Korea's liberation.
- Opening Up New Phase of Reconciliation, Unity Called for KCNA 15 Aug 2013 -- The 7th talks between the authorities of the north and the south for the normalization of the operation in the Kaesong Industrial Zone took place in the zone on Wednesday amid the big concern and expectation of all the Koreans.
- DPR Korea: UN calls for $98 million to respond to urgent humanitarian needs UN News Centre 15 Aug 2013 -- The United Nations today said $98 million is urgently needed to address critical humanitarian needs in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), where some 2.4 million people need regular food assistance.
- Kim Jong Un Watches Soccer Match with Pyongyangites KCNA 14 Aug 2013 -- A men's soccer match between the Ryongaksan Team and the Pothonggang Team comprising ace players of the country took place in Kim Il Sung Stadium on Wednesday, the eve of the 68th anniversary of Korea's liberation.
- 7th Round of North-South Working-level Talks Held KCNA 14 Aug 2013 -- The 7th round of the working-level talks between authorities of the north and the south of Korea for the normalization of operation in the Kaesong Industrial Zone (KIZ) took place in the zone on Wednesday.
- UN chief welcomes agreement by two Koreas to re-open Kaesong industrial complex UN News Centre 14 Aug 2013 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today welcomed the agreement between the two Koreas on the re-opening of the Kaesong Industrial Complex, adding that he hopes this will lead to other constructive steps to promote trust and improve relations between the East Asian neighbours.
- Koreas Pledge to Restart Kaesong Complex VOA 14 Aug 2013 -- The two Koreas have signed an agreement intended to move towards reopening what had been their only remaining joint venture - the industrial trade zone just north of their border at Kaesong.
- Kim Jong Un Visits Apartment Houses for Scientists of Kim Il Sung Univ. KCNA 13 Aug 2013 -- Marshal Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, first chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, visited the construction site of apartment houses for scientists of Kim Il Sung University.
- US Citizen Jailed in North Korea Makes Fresh Plea for Help VOA 13 Aug 2013 -- A Korean-American imprisoned in North Korea has made a fresh appeal to the United States, saying Washington should send a high-ranking official to Pyongyang to request his release.
- Kim Il Sung Lauded for His Exploits Performed for Liberation of Korea KCNA 12 Aug 2013 -- The exploits Generalissimo Kim Il Sung, a peerless patriot and the sun of the nation, performed by liberating the country will always shine along with the history of the nation.
- Rodong Sinmun Calls for Improving Relations with S. Korea through Dialogue KCNA 12 Aug 2013 -- The DPRK remains invariable in its stance to improve the relations with south Korea through dialogue and cooperation, not confrontation, and pave the path for peace and national prosperity, says Rodong Sinmun Monday in an article.
- American Missionary's Health Deteriorates in North Korea Prison – Report RIA Novosti 11 Aug 2013 -- An American Christian missionary imprisoned in North Korea for crimes against the state, has been moved from a prison work camp to a hospital due to deteriorating health, Reuters reported on Sunday, citing his sister.
- Kim Jong Un Visits May 11 Factory KCNA 10 Aug 2013 -- Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, first chairman of the National Defence Commission of the DPRK and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, visited May 11 Factory.
- Kim Jong Un Visits Construction Site of Mirim Riding Club KCNA 09 Aug 2013 -- Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, first chairman of the National Defence Commission of the DPRK and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, visited the construction site of the Mirim Riding Club.
- Kim Jong Un Visits Construction Site of Munsu Wading Pool KCNA 09 Aug 2013 -- Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, first chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, visited the construction site of the Munsu Wading Pool.
- North, South Korea to Return to Kaesong Talks VOA 09 Aug 2013 -- North and South Korea are meeting for a seventh round of renewed negotiations to try to reopen their joint industrial park at Kaesong, the last trace of inter-Korean cooperation. Pyongyang pulled its workers from the factory complex in April over military tensions but South Korean officials are dismissing concerns that this month's training exercises with the United States could affect the talks.
- CPRK Spokesman on Normalization of Operation in KIZ KCNA 07 Aug 2013 -- The spokesman for the Committee for the Peaceful Reunification of Korea (CPRK) released the following special statement Wednesday:
- North Korea agrees to lift ban on joint industrial zone Iran Press TV 07 Aug 2013 -- North Korea says it is lifting a ban on operations at a jointly run industrial complex located on the heavily armed border with South Korea.
- N. Korea to Reopen Kaesong, Offers Fresh Talks with South VOA 07 Aug 2013 -- South Korea has welcomed a North Korean offer to end a months-long closure of the jointly-run Kaesong industrial complex and has agreed to hold talks on the issue next week.
- Kim Jong Un Goes Round Construction Site of Apartment Houses for Scientists KCNA 06 Aug 2013 -- Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, first chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, went round the construction site of the apartment houses for scientists close to completion.
- Kim Jong Un Visits Pyongyang Indoor Stadium KCNA 06 Aug 2013 -- Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, first chairman of the National Defence Commission of the DPRK and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, went round the Pyongyang Indoor Stadium now in the process of renovation.
- Kim Jong Un Enjoys Performance Given by Moranbong Band together with Participants in Military Parade KCNA 03 Aug 2013 -- The Moranbong Band gave a performance for the participants in the military parade for celebrating the 60th anniversary of the victory in the Fatherland Liberation War.
- Kim Jong Un Sends His Autographs to Ex-Service Personnel, People KCNA 03 Aug 2013 -- Supreme leader Kim Jong Un sent his autographs to service personnel who completed the terms of their services in the Korean People's Internal Security Forces (KPISF) and other people of various units in reply to their letters expressing their resolutions to display patriotism in their worksites for the prosperity of the country at 'the speed on Masik Pass' in hearty response to the appeal of the Workers' Party of Korea.
- Rohani: Tehran-Pyongyang ties develop IRNA 03 Aug 2013 -- Iran's new President underlined all-out expansion of ties between Tehran and Pyongyang, adding that Iran and North Korea have always had good relations and these relations will be promoted during his presidency,too.
- Kim Jong Un Has Photo Session with War Veterans and Commanding Officers Who Participated in Military Parade KCNA 02 Aug 2013 -- Marshal Kim Jong Un, first secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, first chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, had a photo session with war veterans and commanding officers who took part in the military parade held in celebration of the 60th anniversary of the victory in the Fatherland Liberation War.
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