March 2017 - North Korea Special Weapons News

Mattis Discusses U.S. Concerns About North Korean, Russian Actions AFPS 31 Mar 2017 -- North Korea is moving in a "very reckless manner" with its nuclear and missile programs, while Russian activities in Afghanistan are also of concern to the United States, Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said here today as he discussed cooperation and security concerns with his British counterpart.
DPRK reaffirms strategy to develop nuclear strike capability to foil U.S. ambition People's Daily 31 Mar 2017 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) has reaffirmed its strategy to develop a nuclear strike capability to foil the U.S. ambition to annex it and "reduce all Koreans to modern-day slaves," the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Friday.
North Korea has got to be stopped: Pentagon chief Press TV 31 Mar 2017 -- US Defense Secretary James Mattis warns that North Korea "has got to be stopped" on its path toward being able to threaten the United States with nuclear attack.
Malaysia, North Korea reach agreement in Kim's killing row Press TV 31 Mar 2017 -- Malaysia and North Korea have lifted mutual bans on nationals from each country leaving the other as part of an agreement that ends a bitter row following the assassination of the North Korean leader's exiled half-brother in Kuala Lumpur.
DPRK accuses S. Korean officials of teaming up with U.S. over nuclear issue People's Daily 30 Mar 2017 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) Thursday accused some South Korean officials of trying to make inter-Korean relations "irreversible" by seeking "strengthened cooperation over the nuclear issue" with the United States against the DPRK.
North Korea capable of killing millions of Americans: US intelligence officials Press TV 30 Mar 2017 -- North Korea is capable of killing millions of Americans by launching a nuclear attack, two high ranking US intelligence officials have claimed, arguing that the secretive republic has already mastered the technology needed to fire massive atomic bombs at the US mainland.
North Korea may be preparing to conduct new nuke test: South Korean sources Press TV 30 Mar 2017 -- South Korean intelligence sources have alleged that North Korea may soon conduct a new nuclear test.
Royce: Limiting Access to Hard Currency Key to North Korea Sanctions VOA 30 Mar 2017 -- While the Trump administration explores options to curb North Korea's nuclear development, efforts are under way in Congress to push for additional sanctions against the regime.
Report: North Korea Increasing Activity at Nuclear Test Site VOA 29 Mar 2017 -- Increased activity at North Korea's main nuclear test site during the past few days could mean the country is in final preparations for a sixth nuclear bomb test, according to a report from the U.S.-Korea Institute.
North Korea tests new rocket engine: US officials Press TV 28 Mar 2017 -- The United States says North Korea has conducted a fresh rocket engine test, amid heightened tensions with regional and extra-regional countries.
N Korea Conducts Another Ballistic Missile Engine Test Sputnik 28 Mar 2017 -- North Korea conducted yet another ballistic missile engine test, media reported Tuesday citing two US defense officials.
North Korea Warns of Attack 'Without Warning' as Western War Games Continue Sputnik 27 Mar 2017 -- In the midst of ongoing joint military exercises between the United States and South Korea, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) has stated that it may attack without warning against what it claims are preparations for an enemy invasion by the West.
North Korea vows preemptive strike against South, US Press TV 26 Mar 2017 -- North Korea has condemned a joint military drill between South Korea and the United States and threatened a preemptive strike.
North Korea could strike Alaska: US commander Press TV 24 Mar 2017 -- The US state of Alaska can be a possible target for North Korea's missiles, a senior US commander has warned, asking for the state's military budget to increase.
Sanctions badly affect most needy in North Korea: UN report Press TV 24 Mar 2017 -- The United Nations has warned that sanctions against North Korea are taking a serious toll on humanitarian aid activities in the country, where millions of women and children are reliant on donations.
DPRK's latest ballistic missile and engine test raises risk of regional arms race - UN Security Council UN News 23 Mar 2017 -- The United Nations Security Council today strongly condemned the ballistic missile launch and a ballistic missile engine test conducted by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) this week in flagrant and provocative defiance of a number of Council resolutions expressly forbidding such activities.
Turkey to Seize Assets of Sponsors of North Korean Nuclear, Missile Programs Sputnik 23 Mar 2017 -- Turkey will seize the assets of any persons found financing North Korea's missile and nuclear related programs, according to the announcement published in the Official Gazette on Thursday.
'Blind' Sanctions Unable to Solve N Korean Nuclear Issue - Beijing Sputnik 23 Mar 2017 -- The "blind" sanctions against North Korea over its nuclear activities are unable to help overcome tensions on the Korean peninsula, since dialogue is necessary to solve this long-standing and complex issue, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said Thursday.
S. Korean military confirms DPRK missile test failure People's Daily 22 Mar 2017 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) test-fired missiles on Wednesday but apparently ended in failure, South Korea's military said.
New North Korea missile test ends in failure: Seoul Press TV 22 Mar 2017 -- South Korea says the North has attempted to launch another missile, but the test appears to have ended in a failure.
North Korea 'Ready for War' With the US Despite New Failed Missile Launch Sputnik 22 Mar 2017 -- North Korea has claimed it is "ready for war" with the United States despite its most recent ballistic missile test failing moments after it was launched on Wednesday, March 22.
US, South Korea Say North Korean Missile Test Fails VOA 22 Mar 2017 -- The United States and South Korea say a North Korean missile test Wednesday ended in failure.
DPR Korea facing 'entrenched, largely forgotten' humanitarian crisis, senior UN official warns UN News 21 Mar 2017 -- Over two-thirds of the population in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) suffers from food insecurity, malnutrition, and a lack of access to basic health and sanitation services, according to a latest humanitarian report, which also appeals for $114 million to meet the urgent need of the most vulnerable.
Trump administration considering economic sanctions on N Korea Press TV 21 Mar 2017 -- The United States is reportedly weighing tough sanctions against North Korea to bar its access to the global financial system.
Pyongyang Threatens to Reduce US to 'Ashes' If It Conducts Preemptive Strike Sputnik 20 Mar 2017 -- As tensions between the US and North Korea continue to escalate, leader Kim Jong Un threatens to reduce America "to ashes" if "even a single bullet" from Washington is fired toward Pyongyang.
North Korea's Recent Test of Rocket Engine is 'Pursuing Some Unclear Goal' Sputnik 20 Mar 2017 -- On March 19, North Korea announced that it had successfully tested a new powerful rocket engine. The peculiarity of the current test unlike previous ones was that Pyongyang made ambiguous statements regarding the purpose of this test.
North Korea Tests High Performance Rocket Engine, Ignoring US Threat Sputnik 20 Mar 2017 -- North Korea has seemingly ignored US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's warning that military action against the country is "on the table" by proceeding with a ground jet test of a new high performance rocket engine.
Russia, Japan Agree to Put Pressure on N Korea to Refrain From Provocations Sputnik 20 Mar 2017 -- Japan and Russia pledged to put pressure on North Korea to abstain from further provocative actions and to comply with the UN Security Council resolutions at talks between the two countries' foreign and defense ministers, Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida said Monday.
Trump Continues US Policy of Sanctions Against North Korea VOA 20 Mar 2017 -- Despite U.S. President Donald Trump's strong rhetoric about restraining the North Korean nuclear threat, U.S. policy options seem to be essentially the same as they were under former President Obama's Strategic Patience strategy.
North Korea 'tests new high-thrust rocket engine' Press TV 19 Mar 2017 -- North Korea has conducted a ground test of a new high-performance rocket engine, state media have said, branding the successful test a breakthrough in the country's space program.
Malaysian Police Identify New Suspects in Kim Jong Nam's Murder Sputnik 19 Mar 2017 -- According to reports, Malaysian police have identified new suspects in connection with the murder of North Korean leader's half-brother Kim Jong Nam.
North Korea Claims to Have Tested New High-Thrust Rocket Engine Sputnik 19 Mar 2017 -- North Korea has conducted a successful ground jet test of a new high performance rocket engine at Sohae Satellite Launching Ground, local media reported Sunday.
N. Korea Concerns on Forefront on Secretary of State Tillerson's Visit to China VOA 19 Mar 2017 -- U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson says the U.S. and China feel a sense of urgency about North Korea, which on Sunday tested a high-thrust rocket that it called the "new birth" of its rocket industry.
North Korea 'tests new high-thrust rocket engine' Press TV 19 Mar 2017 -- North Korea has conducted a ground test of a new high-performance rocket engine, state media have said, branding the successful test a breakthrough in the country's space program.
Malaysian Police Identify New Suspects in Kim Jong Nam's Murder Sputnik 19 Mar 2017 -- According to reports, Malaysian police have identified new suspects in connection with the murder of North Korean leader's half-brother Kim Jong Nam.
North Korea Claims to Have Tested New High-Thrust Rocket Engine Sputnik 19 Mar 2017 -- North Korea has conducted a successful ground jet test of a new high performance rocket engine at Sohae Satellite Launching Ground, local media reported Sunday.
N. Korea Concerns on Forefront on Secretary of State Tillerson's Visit to China VOA 19 Mar 2017 -- U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson says the U.S. and China feel a sense of urgency about North Korea, which on Sunday tested a high-thrust rocket that it called the "new birth" of its rocket industry.
Tillerson, China's Xi Stress Cooperation As North Korea Tests New Rocket Engine RFE/RL 19 Mar 2017 -- U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Chinese President Xi Jinping cast aside differences on March 19, pledging to seek greater cooperation despite disagreements over North Korea and other issues.
North Korea Tests Powerful New Rocket Engine VOA 18 Mar 2017 -- North Korea ground-tested a new high-thrust rocket engine, the country’s official news agency, KCNA, said Sunday.
Tillerson: US Seeks No Conflict With N Korea but Broader Sanctions Possible Sputnik 18 Mar 2017 -- Washington does not want a conflict with Pyongyang but does not rule out new sanctions, US State Secretary Rex Tillerson said.
Tillerson: China, US Aim at Making Pyongyang Pursue 'a Different Course' Sputnik 18 Mar 2017 -- China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US State Secretary Rex Tillerson discussed security challenges in north-eastern Asia and the Asia-Pacific region stressing the need for further mitigation of tensions on Korean peninsula.
Tillerson in China: Tensions on Korean Peninsula at 'Rather Dangerous Level' VOA 18 Mar 2017 -- The top U.S. diplomat is in China on the third and final leg of his first Asia tour, focusing on North Korea and its controversial nuclear and missile programs.
U.S. state secretary says all options on table for Korean Peninsula nuke issue People's Daily 17 Mar 2017 -- Visiting U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said on Friday that all options are on the table to resolve the Korean Peninsula's nuclear issue.
Russia accuses US of adding to tensions on Korean peninsula Press TV 17 Mar 2017 -- Russia has accused the United States of ratcheting up tensions on the Korean peninsula by increasing military activities, calling for the "vicious circle of tensions" to be broken.
US military action against North Korea 'an option': Tillerson Press TV 17 Mar 2017 -- US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has warned that military action against North Korea would be "on the table" if Pyongyang elevated the threat level.
Tillerson: US 'Strategic Patience' With North Korea is Over Sputnik 17 Mar 2017 -- "All options are on the table," the top US diplomat said concerning Washington's policy toward North Korea.
US 'Not Willing' to Engage in Six-Party Talks on North Korean Nuclear Issue Sputnik 17 Mar 2017 -- The United States is not interested in reviving the six-party format talks on the North Korean nuclear program, US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley said in an interview.
Tillerson admits failure of North Korea policy Press TV 16 Mar 2017 -- In his first trip to Asia as US secretary of state, Rex Tillerson has said two decades of US policy vis-à-vis North Korea have failed to deter the Asian country from advancing a military nuclear program, calling for "a new approach."
Pyongyang Blasts US B1-B Nuke Bombers Taking Part in South Korea War Games Sputnik 16 Mar 2017 -- On Thursday, North Korea denounced the US and South Korea for conducting joint military drills near the divided peninsula using the USS Carl Vinson and US strategic bombers, accusing the two nations of "escalating nuclear attack threats" against Pyongyang.
Tillerson: Different Approach Required With Nuclear North Korea VOA 16 Mar 2017 -- U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson says "it is clear that a different approach is required" after 20 years of failed diplomatic efforts to prevent North Korea from having nuclear weapons.
China committed to denuclearization, proposes dialogue to solve Korean Peninsula issue People's Daily 15 Mar 2017 -- China is committed to denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and proposes all parties de-escalate tensions through dialogue and consultation, Premier Li Keqiang said Wednesday.
China proposes dialog to avoid potential conflict on Korean Peninsula Press TV 15 Mar 2017 -- China's prime minister has warned that escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula could lead to an armed conflict, urging action to ratchet down tensions to avoid war.
N Korea warns of 'merciless' attacks as US warships join S Korea in war games Press TV 14 Mar 2017 -- North Korea has warned Washington of "merciless" retaliatory attacks if a US navy aircraft carrier strike group violates its sovereignty during joint war games with South Korean forces.
North Korea: 'Merciless' Retaliation if US Violates Sovereignty Sputnik 14 Mar 2017 -- After the US and South Korea kicked off their annual joint military exercises, North Korea lashed back after learning that the USS Carl Vinson, a nuclear-propelled aircraft carrier, was planned to take part.
UN Human Rights Council discusses situations in DPRK, Iran, Myanmar and Burundi UN News 13 Mar 2017 -- At respective interactive dialogues today on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Myanmar, Burundi, Iran and Eretria, senior United Nations independent human rights experts called on the governments to take immediate steps to ensure human rights protection in their respective countries.
Malaysia wants North Korea to ensure safety of nationals Press TV 13 Mar 2017 -- Malaysia's Prime Minister Najib Razak has warned North Korea to ensure the safety of the Malaysian nationals stuck in Korea amid an evolving diplomatic row between the two states.
N Korea to Continue Nuclear Tests if US Persists on Drills Near Border - Envoy Sputnik 13 Mar 2017 -- Pyongyang will not stop efforts to improve its preemptive nuclear strike capability if the United States and its allies continue conducting military exercises near the North Korean border, North Korea's Ambassador to the United Nations Kim In Ryong told reporters on Monday.
Experts: N. Korea Must Be Held Accountable for Crimes Against Humanity VOA 13 Mar 2017 -- A group of independent experts is calling for the government of North Korea to be brought before the International Criminal Court in The Hague for gross violations of human rights, including crimes against humanity.
Malaysian police confirm DPRK man killed in airport to be Kim Jong Nam People's Daily 10 Mar 2017 -- Malaysian police for the first time confirmed on Friday that a Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) man killed in Kuala Lumpur airport to be Kim Jong Nam, half-brother of DPRK leader Kim Jong Un.
Japan Considers First Strike Options Against North Korea Sputnik 08 Mar 2017 -- In the wake of intercontinental ballistic missile testing by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), legislators in Japan are calling for the nation to adopt a new military posture against its nearby nuclear-capable neighbor.
Latest ballistic launches by DPR Korea raise risk of regional arms race, UN Security Council warns UN News 08 Mar 2017 -- Expressing strong condemnation of the most recent ballistic missile launches carried out by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), the United Nations Security Council reiterated that the country should refrain from any actions, including nuclear tests, in violation of the relevant Council resolutions, and comply fully with its obligations under those resolutions.
China Warns US, North Korea Heading for Collision VOA 08 Mar 2017 -- China's foreign minister has warned that the United States and North Korea are on a collision course, citing rising tensions on the Korean peninsula. He's also urged both sides to take steps to de-escalate the situation.
Haley Demands Positive Action from North Korea Before Talks VOA 08 Mar 2017 -- U.S. ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley says the United States must see "some sort of positive action" from North Korea before any discussions to lower tensions on the Korean peninsula can begin.
Video Emerges of Murdered Kim Jong Nam's Son VOA 08 Mar 2017 -- A man claiming to be the son of the North Korean leader's slain half brother said he and his family are safe and in an undisclosed location, in a video released online.
Analysts: Military Options Against North Korea Fraught With Danger VOA 08 Mar 2017 -- Frustrated that North Korea has been undeterred by international sanctions, the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is conducting a policy review to look for more effective ways to counter Pyongyang's missile and nuclear threats.
Malaysia says curently has no plan to cut diplomatic ties with DPRK People's Daily 08 Mar 2017 -- Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak said Wednesday his country currently has no plan to cut diplomatic ties with the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
UN Security Council condemns DPRK's ballistic missile launches People's Daily 08 Mar 2017 -- The United Nations Security Council Tuesday strongly condemned the most recent ballistic missile launches by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), and urged the country to refrain from further actions.
China proposes steps to help prevent 'head-on collision' between US, North Korea Press TV 08 Mar 2017 -- China has called on the United States and South Korea to stop joint war games in the Korean Peninsula in exchange for a halt to North Korea's nuclear and missile tests as a step to defuse a looming crisis in the region.
US, South Korea drills may result in actual war, North Korea warns Press TV 08 Mar 2017 -- Pyongyang has warned that the US and South Korean joint military exercises may lead to "actual war."
China Unveils Deescalation Plan for Korean Peninsula Sputnik 08 Mar 2017 -- Beijing suggested Pyongyang should stop launching missiles and halt its nuclear program while Seoul and Washington should cease drills which annoy North Korea.
DPRK Spends Vital Resources on Missile Program Ignoring Nationals' Needs - UN Sputnik 08 Mar 2017 -- The UN Security Council said in a statement that North Korea spent vital resources on ballistic missile launches while its citizens continued to live in dire conditions.
China Floats Compromise to Defuse Korea Tensions VOA 08 Mar 2017 -- The United Nations Security Council is holding a closed-door briefing Wednesday on North Korea's latest ballistic missile launches, as China calls for North Korea, South Korea and the United States to take steps to avoid a "head-on collision."
US Admiral: Don't Rule Out Military Options Against North Korea VOA 07 Mar 2017 -- Amid reports that the White House is reviewing its policy toward North Korea, the former head of the U.S. Pacific Command says it's crucial to consider a full range of options – including the use of military force, if necessary – to deter the growing nuclear threat from Pyongyang.
S. Korean acting president has phone talks with U.S. president over DPRK missile launches People's Daily 07 Mar 2017 -- South Korean Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn, who is serving as acting president, held telephone talks with U.S. President Donald Trump over the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK)'s missile test-launches, Yonhap news agency reported Tuesday, citing multiple government sources.
Malaysia bars DPRK citizens from leaving following Pyongyang's similar ban People's Daily 07 Mar 2017 -- Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak said on Tuesday that he had instructed the police to ban all citizens from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) from leaving the country after Pyongyang announced a similar ban.
Pyongyang temporarily bans exit of Malaysian in DPRK People's Daily 07 Mar 2017 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) is temporarily banning all Malaysian citizens from leaving the country until safety of its diplomats and citizens in Malaysia is fully guaranteed, the official news agency KCNA reported on Tuesday.
Trump speaks with Japanese, South Korean leaders on DPRK's latest missile tests People's Daily 07 Mar 2017 -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday spoke separately over phone with leaders of Japan and South Korea to discuss the latest test-launch of ballistic missiles by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), according to the White House.
North Korea, Malaysia ban each other's citizens from leaving Press TV 07 Mar 2017 -- North Korea has barred Malaysian citizens from leaving the country, prompting Kuala Lumpur to quickly respond with a similar ban amid rising diplomatic tensions between the two sides over the assassination of the North Korean leader's half-brother in Malaysia.
US Deploys First Elements of THAAD to South Korea VOA 07 Mar 2017 -- The U.S. has deployed the first elements of its Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system to South Korea to counter North Korea's aggressive behavior, U.S. Pacific command officials said late Monday.
UN chief Guterres condemns reported firing of multiple ballistic missiles by DPR Korea UN News 06 Mar 2017 -- United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has condemned the reported firing of ballistic missiles today by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), three of which landed in Japan's Exclusive Economic Zone.
U.S. Detects, Tracks Multiple North Korea Missile Launches AFPS 06 Mar 2017 -- Defense Department officials detected and tracked multiple missile launches out of North Korea today, four of which landed in the Sea of Japan, Pentagon spokesman Navy Capt. Jeff Davis told reporters this morning.
South Korea quadruples reward for defectors from North Press TV 06 Mar 2017 -- South Korea has quadrupled its reward for North Korean defectors who have secret information about their reclusive home country.
NATO Spokesperson Oana Lungescu condemns latest ballistic missile tests by North Korea NATO 06 Mar 2017
Expelled DPRK ambassador says "extreme measures" by Malaysia to harm bilateral ties People's Daily 06 Mar 2017 -- The ambassador of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea in Malaysia (DPRK), who has been expelled by the Malaysian government, on Monday expressed "grave concerns over the extreme measures taken" by Malaysia which will harm bilateral ties.
DPRK test-fires 4 ballistic missiles into east waters People's Daily 06 Mar 2017 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) test-fired four ballistic missiles into east waters early Monday as combined forces of South Korea and the United States launched their joint military exercises last week, the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) of South Korea said.
N Korea expels Malaysian ambassador in tit-for-tat move Press TV 06 Mar 2017 -- North Korea has labelled the Malaysian ambassador to Pyongyang as "persona non grata" and ordered him to leave the country "within 48 hours," in an apparent tit-for-tat move after the Southeast Asian nation expelled the North's top envoy in an unprecedented diplomatic row, which broke out between the two sides over the recent bizarre assassination of the North Korean leader's half-brother in Kuala Lumpur.
North Korea 'fires four ballistic missiles, three land in Japanese waters' Press TV 06 Mar 2017 -- North Korea has reportedly launched four ballistic missiles, three of which have landed into the Sea of Japan, in an area where Tokyo claims as its sovereign territory.
Tokyo, Seoul Concerned Over New Pyongyang's Missile Launches Sputnik 06 Mar 2017 -- Japan and South Korea expressed concern on Monday over the launch of four missiles by North Korea in the direction of the Sea of Japan.
China Opposes North Korea Missile Launches - Foreign Ministry Sputnik 06 Mar 2017 -- China strongly opposes North Korea launching missiles, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said Monday amid the latest Pyongyang missile laucnhes.
Pyongyang Slams South Korean Foreign Minister Over Calls to Penalize North Sputnik 06 Mar 2017 -- North Korea on Sunday hit out at South Korean Foreign Minister Yun Byung-se, who called for his northern neighbor's leadership to be punished for its alleged involvement in the murder of its ruler's exiled half-brother.
Seoul 'Strongly Condemns' Pyongyang's Rocket Launches Sputnik 06 Mar 2017 -- The government of South Korea strongly condemned North Korea's launches of four ballistic missiles, calling them a serious threat to peace and security in the region.
At governing body, UN atomic energy chief airs concern over DPR Korea's nuclear plan UN News 06 Mar 2017 -- The head of the United Nations atomic energy agency today expressed serious concern about the nuclear programme of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), as he also provided an update on the agency's verification and monitoring activities in Iran.
Pentagon Calls North Korean Missile Launches 'Very Serious Threat' VOA 06 Mar 2017 -- The U.S. Defense Department called North Korea's missile launch a "very serious threat" and said it is taking steps to increase defenses against the communist nation's ballistic missiles.
North Korea Missile Test Not Likely an ICBM VOA 05 Mar 2017 -- North Korea fired four ballistic missiles early Monday, three of which flew 1,000 kilometers before landing in the sea within 350 kilometers of the Japanese mainland, according to South Korean and Japanese officials.
N. Korea fires "several projectiles" into East Sea: S. Korean military ARIRANG 06 Mar 2017 -- The South Korean military says North Korea fired off four ballistic missiles from an area around its Dongchang-ri long-range missile site at 7:36 am, South Korea time.
North Korea Fires 'Unidentified Projectile' Into East Sea - Reports Sputnik 06 Mar 2017 -- Pyongyang has launched several "unidentified projectiles" into the East Sea on Monday, South Korean media reported.
South Korea Quadruples Cash Rewards for North Korean Defectors Sputnik 05 Mar 2017 -- South Korea is going to increase the rewards it offers North Korean defectors arriving with valuable information or technology by fourfold, fivefold and more, with some reaching more than $850,000.
North Korean Missiles Land in Japanese Waters VOA 05 Mar 2017 -- North Korea fired four ballistic missiles Monday, three of which landed in Japanese waters, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said.
Report: Obama ordered cyber attacks against North Korea SPA 04 Mar 2017 -- Former US president Barack Obama undertook a series of cyberattacks against North Korea's missile programme, the New York Times reported Saturday according to dpa.
Malaysia expels North Korean ambassador over Kim's assassination Press TV 04 Mar 2017 -- Malaysia has expelled North Korea's ambassador to Kuala Lumpur for criticizing an investigation into the assassination of the North Korean leader's exiled half brother, saying the envoy must leave Malaysia within the "next 48 hours."
Malaysia plotting to harm North Korea's honor: Murder suspect Press TV 04 Mar 2017 -- A North Korean national suspected of murdering the half-brother of the country's leader says he has fallen victim to a "conspiracy" by Malaysian authorities, who seek to harm Pyongyang's dignity.
Malaysia Declares North Korean Ambassador Persona Non Grata Sputnik 04 Mar 2017 -- Malaysian authorities have declared the North Korean ambassador to the country persona non grata, according to a Foreign Ministry statement circulated by media.
Malaysia police release North Korean held over Kim's murder Press TV 03 Mar 2017 -- Police in Malaysia have released a North Korean national who had been detained in connection with the murder of the North Korean leader's exiled half-brother in Kuala Lumpur, and handed him over to immigration officials for deportation.
Malaysian Police Issue Arrest Warrant for Airline Worker Over Kim Jong Nam Death Sputnik 03 Mar 2017 -- The Malaysian police is going to arrest an employee of North Korean airline Air Koryo, allegedly involved in the murder of the half-brother of the North Korean leader, Kim Jong Nam, according to media reports.
After Alleged VX Nerve Agent Use by North Korea, What Response Should Follow? VOA 02 Mar 2017 -- Kim Jong Nam, the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, was killed February 13 when two women smeared a liquid that Malaysian authorities say is VX nerve agent on his face at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Indonesian Siti Aisyah and Vietnamese Doan Thi Huong have been charged with murder, a crime that carries with it the death penalty. The two women say they thought they were participating in a televised prank.
North Korea vows to 'nuke aggressors' amid US-South Korea drills Press TV 02 Mar 2017 -- North Korea has lambasted the ongoing joint military exercises by South Korea and the United States with fiery rhetoric, warning of "merciless nuclear counter-action" in case of military aggression by the two countries.
Malaysia stops visa-free entry of North Koreans Press TV 02 Mar 2017 -- Malaysia is canceling arrangements for the visa-free entry of nationals from North Korea as the diplomatic relations between the two Asian countries growingly strain over the recent assassination of the North Korean leader's exiled half-brother in Kuala Lumpur.
US, S Korean Financial Regulators Discuss Expanding Sanctions Against N Korea Sputnik 02 Mar 2017 -- South Korea's Minister of Strategy and Finance Yoo Il-ho held a telephone conversation with US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to discuss ways to expand sanctions against Pyongyang in the aftermath of the murder of Kim Jong Nam, the reputed half-brother of North Korea's leader, the South Korean finance ministry said Thursday.
DPRK diplomat brushes off use of chemical weapons in DPRK man's death People's Daily 02 Mar 2017 -- A DPRK diplomat on Thursday brushed off Malaysia's investigation result that shows the DPRK man died here was killed by chemical weapon, saying he likely died of heart attack.
DPRK warns of "toughest counteraction" against ongoing U.S.-S.Korea joint drill People's Daily 02 Mar 2017 The military of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) on Thursday threatened to take "the toughest counteractions" against the ongoing South Korea-U.S. joint war games.
Malaysia to release DPRK suspect in airport killing People's Daily 02 Mar 2017 -- Malaysia's attorney general said on Thursday that a Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) man, who was arrested as a suspect following the airport killing, will be released and deported.
Pyongyang blasts US, ROK for using man's death to slander DPRK People's Daily 02 Mar 2017 -- an Indonesian woman, a Vietnamese woman and a DPRK man -- are being held in police custody in Malaysia. Police still want to question seven others, including a second secretary of the DPRK Embassy in Malaysia. Four of the seven are believed to have fled the country.
DPRK refutes allegations of connections with "events in Malaysia" People's Daily 01 Mar 2017 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) rejected here Tuesday allegations by the Republic of Korea (ROK) that it was connected with "the events in Malaysia."
Analysis: Should US Return North Korea to Terrorism List? VOA 01 Mar 2017 -- Amid calls by U.S. lawmakers for North Korea to be relisted as a state sponsor of terrorism following the apparent assassination of the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, there's an apparent lack of consensus among experts on whether his death is a terrorist attack.
South Korea's Acting President Vows to Get Tough on North Amid Escalation Sputnik 01 Mar 2017 -- South Korea's Acting President Hwang Kyo-ahn pledged on Wednesday to take a hard line on the North, saying it would answer for its provocations, local media reported.
Malaysia charges two women with Kim's murder Press TV 01 Mar 2017 -- A Malaysian court has formally charged two female suspects with the assassination earlier of the North Korean leader's exiled half-brother, Kim Jong-nam, at the Kuala Lumpur airport.
Malaysia to Deport N. Korean National Suspected of Kim Jong Nam's Murder Sputnik 01 Mar 2017 -- Malaysian authorities will deport a ssuspect in the murder of Kim Jong Nam, an alleged half-brother of the North Korean leader, according to media reports.
Malaysia Charges 2 Women with Murder in Kim Jong Nam's Death VOA 01 Mar 2017 -- Malaysia charged two women with murder Wednesday in connection with the death of Kim Jong Nam, the half brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

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