December 2022 - North Korea Special Weapons News

Public Anti-epidemic Consciousness Raised KCNA 31 Dec 2022 -- A nationwide information service is more actively conducted in the DPRK to ensure that all the members of society observe the anti-epidemic rules and order more thoroughly as required by the intensified normal anti-epidemic system.
North Korea's Draft Budget for Next Year Submitted for Approval Sputnik 31 Dec 2022 -- North Korea's Political Bureau has accepted the draft state budget for 2023 during the 6th Enlarged Plenary Meeting of the 8th Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK), the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reports on Saturday.
Kim Jong Un Vows to 'Exponentially' Increase Nuclear Warheads VOA 31 Dec 2022 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed to dramatically boost production of nuclear warheads and to build a new long-range missile, according to year-end comments published by state media Sunday.
North Korea fires ballistic missile into Sea of Japan: Report Press TV 31 Dec 2022 -- North Korea has reportedly fired a ballistic missile into the East Sea, also known as the Sea of Japan, in a launch that marked the nuclear-armed state's second one in as many days.
North Korea Fired One Short-Range Ballistic Missile Toward Sea of Japan - S. Korean Military Sputnik 31 Dec 2022 -- North Korea test-fired its first short-range ballistic missile in 2023, launching it toward the Sea of Japan on Sunday, the South Korean military has detailed.
North Korean Drones Fail to Obtain Meaningful Information - South Korean Military Sputnik 31 Dec 2022 -- South Korean Defense Ministry on Saturday announced that the North Korean drones that infiltrated South Korean territory could not have obtained any meaningful information.
North Korea fires three ballistic missiles after South's test of space launch vehicle Press TV 31 Dec 2022 -- North Korea has fired at least three short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea east of the Korean Peninsula, the South Korean military says.
5th-day Sitting of 6th Plenum of 8th C.C., WPK KCNA 31 Dec 2022 -- The 6th Enlarged Plenary Meeting of the 8th Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) continued on Dec. 30.
12th Meeting of Political Bureau of 8th C.C., WPK Held KCNA 31 Dec 2022 -- The 12th Meeting of the Political Bureau of the 8th Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) took place at the office building of the WPK Central Committee on Friday.
North Korea Launches Three Short-Range Ballistic Missiles Toward Sea of Japan - S. Korean Military Sputnik 30 Dec 2022 -- The launch comes days after five drones purported to be from North Korea violated South Korea's airspace and prompted Seoul to undertake precautionary military drills. South Korean aircraft had failed to intercept the drones.
North Korea Ends 2022 With 1 More Missile Launch VOA 30 Dec 2022 -- North Korea capped off its record year of missile tests by sending three more ballistic missiles into the sea off its east coast Saturday, according to South Korea's military.
Great Feat for Development of DPRK's Revolutionary Armed Forces KCNA 30 Dec 2022 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) is now fully demonstrating its dignity and absolute strength as a world military power as it has been guided by the respected Comrade Kim Jong Un , the peerlessly brilliant commander who is opening up the heyday of bolstering the military muscle with his outstanding military idea and energetic leadership, matchless courage and grit.
Kim Jong Un, Supreme Commander of DPRK Armed Forces KCNA 30 Dec 2022 -- December 30 is a significant day when the respected Comrade Kim Jong Un assumed the supreme commandership of the armed forces of the DPRK.
Catering to North Korea's elite, department stores stock up on fake luxury goods Radio Free Asia 30 Dec 2022 -- Department stores in Pyongyang are stocking up on counterfeit luxury goods imported from China to sell at high prices to North Korea's wealthy elite in the run-up to holidays at the start of the new year, sources inside the country with knowledge of the situation said.
4th-day Sitting of 6th Plenum of 8th C.C., WPK KCNA 30 Dec 2022 -- The 6th Enlarged Plenary Meeting of the 8th Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) confirming the development policy for the new year 2023 is continuing its work.
North Korea Temporarily Banning Travelers From China VOA 29 Dec 2022 -- Amid mounting international anxiety over the wave of COVID-19 cases sweeping China, North Korea has introduced a total ban on visitors from its close ally and neighbor.
South Korean Military Drills Response to Pyongyang's Drones Launch: Defense Ministry Sputnik 29 Dec 2022 -- The South Korean military conducted drills to prepare for possible scenarios with North Korean drones crossing the border and to boost country's defense capabilities, the South Korean Defense Ministry said on Thursday.
New Era of Rural Development Opens in Year 2022 KCNA 29 Dec 2022 -- A new era of socialist rural development was open and innovative entities were born this year in the struggle to implement the new programme of rural revolution of the Workers' Party of Korea.
Celebrations Held at Working People's Organizations of DPRK KCNA 29 Dec 2022 -- Celebrations were held by the working people's organizations of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea on December 28 to mark the 11th anniversary of the respected Comrade Kim Jong Un 's assumption as the supreme commander of the armed forces of the DPRK.
Third-day Sitting of 6th Plenum of 8th C.C., WPK KCNA 29 Dec 2022 -- The third-day sitting of the 6th Plenary Meeting of the 8th Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) was held on December 28 amid the soaring and solemn resolution of all the participants to open a new chapter for the development of the state.
South Korea says it must 'punish' North Korea despite nuclear threat Press TV 28 Dec 2022 -- South Korea's President Yoon Suk-yeol says Seoul must "retaliate against any provocation" by North Korea without fear and hesitation despite Pyongyang's nuclear weapons in the wake of an alleged intrusion by North Korean drones.
South Korean Defense Minister Apologizes for North Korean Drone Incident Sputnik 28 Dec 2022 -- South Korean Defense Minister Lee Jong-sup on Wednesday apologized over the failure of the country's military to shoot down five North Korean drones that recently intruded in the South Korean airspace.
North Korean leader unveils new goals to boost military power Press TV 28 Dec 2022 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has presented new key goals to further boost the country's military power next year, amid growing tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
North Korea's Kim Jong-Un Sets Goals for Bolstering Defense in 2023 Amid Escalations With Seoul Sputnik 28 Dec 2022 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has set new key goals for strengthening the country's defense in 2023 against the background of escalation on the Korean peninsula, the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported on Wednesday.
Despite border incursion, North Korean drones face fuel shortages, frequent crashes Radio Free Asia 28 Dec 2022 -- North Korea raised alarms in South Korea earlier this week when it sent five drones across the border for the first time in five years, prompting Seoul to fire warning shots and scramble jets before the unmanned aircraft returned home hours later.
Year of 'Great Life-and-Death Struggle': What Happened on the Korean Peninsula in 2022 Sputnik 28 Dec 2022 -- Pyongyang formally laid out its goals for strengthening national defense in 2023 on Wednesday amid an escalation of tensions with Seoul and Washington during the outgoing year. What changes, good and bad, has 2022 brought to the Korean Peninsula? Let this punchy Sputnik year in review bring you up to speed.
9th Congress of KCU Held in DPRK KCNA 28 Dec 2022 -- The 9th Congress of the Korean Children's Union (KCU) took place in Pyongyang from December 26 to 27.
Second-day Sitting of 6th Plenum of 8th C.C., WPK KCNA 28 Dec 2022 -- The second-day sitting of the 6th Enlarged Plenary Meeting of the 8th Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) continued amid the extraordinary political awareness and active zeal of all the participants to adopt the new year's action guidelines for bringing a new phase of upsurge in the prosperous development of the state with absolute trust and confidence in the victory of the Korean-style socialist cause.
Reports: South Korean Leader Criticizes Poor Army Training After Pyongyang's Drone Launch Sputnik 27 Dec 2022 -- South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on Tuesday said that the North Korean drone infiltration in the country shows the long-term lack of army training, indirectly accusing the previous administration for its peaceful policy toward North Korea, a South Korean news agency reported.
North Korean Drones Befuddle South, Highlight Growing Role for Tiny UAVs VOA 27 Dec 2022 -- South Korea's military expressed regret that it failed to shoot down any of the five North Korean surveillance drones that intruded into South Korean airspace, as Seoul officials vowed Tuesday to prevent future incursions.
Korean-Nation-First Spirit Fully Displayed This Year KCNA 27 Dec 2022 -- This year too, the people of the DPRK have further displayed the superiority of the nation in every sphere of social life, braving manifold difficulties and ordeals.
9th Congress of KCU Opens KCNA 27 Dec 2022 -- The 9th Congress of the Korean Children's Union (KCU) opened in Pyongyang on Monday amid the warm blessings of the people across the country.
Sixth Enlarged Plenary Meeting of 8th WPK Central Committee Convened KCNA 27 Dec 2022 -- Thanks to the mature leadership of the great Workers' Party of Korea and the indomitable fighting spirit of the Korean people, the unprecedented challenges and trials that hindered and hampered our advance have been frustrated, and the DPRK is making all efforts to accomplish its far-reaching ideal while aspiring to a more confident direction of advance.
50th Anniversary of Institution of Socialist Constitution of DPRK Marked KCNA 27 Dec 2022 -- The Juche-oriented Socialist Constitution firmly guaranteeing the existence of the glorious Democratic People's Republic of Korea and its invincible might by law has displayed its great viability century after century amid the strong support and absolute trust by all the people.
Socialist Constitution of Juche Shining with August Name of Sun KCNA 26 Dec 2022 -- The Socialist Constitution of the DPRK was adopted at the First Session of the Fifth Supreme People's Assembly on December 27, Juche 61 (1972).
People's Code Guaranteeing Advantages Peculiar to DPRK KCNA 26 Dec 2022 -- The DPRK people are greeting the 50th institution anniversary of the Socialist Constitution in the shining course of struggle this year which won a great victory to be specially recorded in the history of the nation and put the dignity and prestige of the state on a high level under the leadership of the great Party Central Committee.
S. Korea scrambles jets, fires shots as North Korean drones cross border Press TV 26 Dec 2022 -- South Korea has scrambled its jets and helicopters and fired warning shots after North Korean drones reportedly entered its airspace amid heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
US Aware of North Korean Drone Incursion Into South Korea, Says US Security Spokesman Sputnik 26 Dec 2022 -- The United States is aware of an infiltration of North Korean drones into South Korean airspace, and Washington is holding consultations to establish the nature of the launches, a US National Security Agency spokesperson said on Monday.
Five North Korean Drones Cross Into South Korean Airspace, One Flies to Seoul, MoD Says Sputnik 26 Dec 2022 -- South Korea fired warning shots after DPRK drones crossed the inter-Korean border without permission.
Anti-Epidemic Work Intensified in North Hwanghae Province KCNA 25 Dec 2022 -- Songrim City in North Hwanghae Province of the DPRK is now pushing ahead with the emergency anti-epidemic work in winter season as required by the intensified normal anti-epidemic system.
North Korea Denies Allegations It Has Supplied Munitions to Russia Sputnik 23 Dec 2022 -- Previously, Japanese media reported that North Korea had shipped munitions, including artillery shells, to Russia.
Japan's Leader Urges Cabinet to Prepare for Possible Missile Launches by North Korea, Reports Say Sputnik 23 Dec 2022 -- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida instructed responsible ministries to make all necessary preparations in case of possible future North Korean missile launches, national TV reported on Friday.
North Korea fires two ballistic missiles amid US-fueled tensions on Korean peninsula Press TV 23 Dec 2022 -- North Korea has fired two short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea off its east coast, less than a week after the country launched two mid-range missiles amid heightened tensions on the Korean peninsula fueled by the US.
North Korea Fires Ballistic Missile Towards Sea of Japan, Reports Say Sputnik 23 Dec 2022 -- North Korea has launched a ballistic missile towards the Sea of Japan, the Yonhap news agency reported on Friday, citing the South Korean military.
North Korea: UK spokesperson response to firing of two short-range ballistic missiles UK FCDO 23 Dec 2022 -- North Korea has fired two short-range ballistic missiles from its capital Pyongyang's Sunan area on Friday, according to reports by the South Korean military.
North Korea inspects party membership cards after alcohol bill goes unpaid Radio Free Asia 23 Dec 2022 -- Authorities in North Korea are inspecting membership cards for the ruling Workers' Party after a man used his to get out of paying for alcohol, thereby sullying the party's good name, sources in the country told Radio Free Asia.
Construction of Power Stations Propelled in DPRK KCNA 23 Dec 2022 -- Officials and builders of Kangwon Province in the DPRK are striving to finish the construction of four army-people power stations ahead of schedule while pushing ahead with the construction of rural dwelling houses, the Wonsan Condiments Factory and other projects.
Statement of Spokesperson for DPRK Foreign Ministry KCNA 23 Dec 2022 -- A spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) issued the following press statement on Friday:
Spokesman for DPRK Foreign Ministry Censures Japanese Media for False Report KCNA 23 Dec 2022 -- A spokesman for the Foreign Ministry of the DPRK gave the following answer to a question raised by KCNA on Thursday as regards the fact that Japan's media spread a false report that the DPRK transported munitions to Russia by rail:
Agitation Activities for Raising Public Anti-Epidemic Consciousness Brisk in DPRK KCNA 22 Dec 2022 -- Women's union organizations at all levels in the DPRK are dynamically conducting the work to raise the popular anti-epidemic consciousness in keeping with the requirements of the intensified normal anti-epidemic system and the winter conditions.
South Korea, US considering live-fire drills amid North Korea threats Press TV 22 Dec 2022 -- South Korea and the United States are considering staging their first large-scale, joint live-fire drills in six years in 2023 as Seoul and Washington strengthen security coordination against North Korea.
Achievements Made in Strengthening National Defence Capability This Year KCNA 22 Dec 2022 -- Juche 111 (2022) is a significant year as it witnessed national historic events in the history of the Workers' Party of Korea and the DPRK. In particular, proud successes have been made in further bolstering up the defence capabilities, the dignity and sovereignty of the country and guarantee for protecting its interests.
UK condemns North Korea for supplying arms to Russian mercenary group fighting in Russia's illegal war in Ukraine UK FCDO 22 Dec 2022 -- The UK supports the US assessment that North Korea has completed an arms delivery to Russia for the use by the Wagner Group in Russia's illegal war in Ukraine.
US flies bombers in drills with S.Korea, 'adds fuel' to tensions on Korean Peninsula Global Times 21 Dec 2022 -- The US deployed B-52H bomber and F-22 stealth fighter jets for joint military drills with South Korea on Tuesday, a move that Chinese observers said created deterrence to North Korea and add fuel to the "spiral of escalation" of tension on the Korean Peninsula.
Press Statement of Vice Department Director of C.C., WPK Kim Yo Jong KCNA 20 Dec 2022 -- Kim Yo Jong, vice department director of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, issued the following press statement on Tuesday:
Kim Jong Un's Sister Says Everyone Will Soon See What North Korean Missiles Can Do Sputnik 20 Dec 2022 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's sister and deputy director of a department of the ruling Workers' Party's Central Committee, Kim Yo Jong said those who doubt the capabilities of North Korea's missiles will soon be able to see what they can do, the Korean state news agency reported.
Press Statement of Spokesman for DPRK Foreign Ministry KCNA 20 Dec 2022 -- A spokesman for the DPRK Foreign Ministry issued the following press statement on Dec. 20:
N. Korea blasts Japan's $320bn 'security strategy', calls it 'new aggression policy' Press TV 20 Dec 2022 -- North Korea has denounced Japan's new security strategy, describing it as a "serious" threat against international peace and vowing to show "actual action" in response to Tokyo's "wrong" choice.
North Korea says sanctions not able to stop its missile development program, slams Japan's security strategy Press TV 20 Dec 2022 -- North Korea has strongly criticized both the South and Japan for respectively trying to impose fresh sanctions on Pyongyang to stop its weapons development program and adopting a threatening military strategy.
Experts: North Korea's ICBMs Pose Preemption Challenges for US VOA 20 Dec 2022 -- North Korea's rapidly advancing ICBM capabilities pose a growing threat to the United States and its allies, according to experts who say it will become increasingly difficult to destroy Pyongyang's missiles prior to launch with preemptive strikes.
US B-52s Fly Near South Korea, as North Korea Ramps Up Threats VOA 20 Dec 2022 -- The United States flew nuclear-capable B-52 strategic bombers and F-22 stealth fighter jets near South Korea Tuesday as part of a demonstration of U.S. "extended deterrence" against North Korea, said South Korea's military.
Statement by the Federal Foreign Office on reports of the latest series of ballistic missile tests by North Korea Germany Federal Foreign Office 19 Dec 2022 -- The Federal Government strongly condemns the latest illegal tests of ballistic missiles by North Korea.
NADA Conducts Important Test for Development of Reconnaissance Satellite KCNA 19 Dec 2022 -- The National Aerospace Development Administration (NADA) of the DPRK conducted an important final-stage test for the development of reconnaissance satellite at the Sohae Satellite Launching Ground on December 18.
North Korea Confirms Normal Operation of Cameras, Communication Devices of Trial Satellite Sputnik 19 Dec 2022 -- North Korea's Sunday test confirmed the reliability of cameras and data transmission units of the reconnaissance satellite that is being developed by Pyongyang, North Korean state news agency reports.
North Korea Claims Spy Satellite Progress, Posts Imagery of Seoul, Incheon VOA 18 Dec 2022 -- North Korea claimed Monday to have taken satellite photos of the South Korean cities of Seoul and Incheon, as its state media boasted of success toward developing its first military spy satellite.
North Korea's Sunday Test Related to Development of Reconnaissance Satellite - Reports Sputnik 18 Dec 2022 -- Pyongyang says its Sunday test was part of the development of a reconnaissance satellite, South Korea's Yonhap news agency reports.
DPRK conducts "final-stage" test for 1st military reconnaissance satellite People's Daily 19 Dec 2022 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) has conducted a final-stage test for developing its first military reconnaissance satellite, the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Monday.
Senior S. Korean Official Says North's Latest Launches Aimed at Ousting US Military Bases Sputnik 19 Dec 2022 -- Missile launches conducted by North Korea are a provocation intended to break up the South Korean-US alliance and oust US military bases from the Korean Peninsula, Chung Jin-suk, leader of South Korea's ruling party, said on Monday.
North Korea missile launches, 18 December 2022: FCDO statement UK FCDO 18 Dec 2022 -- The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has issued a statement following reports that 2 ballistic missiles were launched by North Korea.
North Korea says conducts 'final phase' test for developing surveillance satellite Press TV 18 Dec 2022 -- North Korea has conducted an "important, final phase" test for the development of a surveillance satellite, the country's official media outlet says.
North Korea fires two ballistic missiles amid high tensions Press TV 18 Dec 2022 -- North Korea has fired two ballistic missiles towards the sea off the Korean Peninsula's east coast, South Korean military and Japanese officials say.
North Korea Tests Two Ballistic Missiles on Sunday Sputnik 18 Dec 2022 -- North Korea appears to have carried out a second missile test on Sunday morning, according to the Japan Coast Guard.
Chairman Kim Jong Il's Undying Feats for People KCNA 17 Dec 2022 -- Chairman Kim Jong Il is a peerless patriot as he devoted all his life to the prosperity of the country and happiness of the people.
Efforts Concentrated on Making Preparations for Next Year's Farming KCNA 17 Dec 2022 -- Agricultural officials and workers in Kaesong City of the DPRK are concentrating all efforts on the preparations for next year's farming.
Chairman Kim Jong Il's Desire Comes True in DPRK KCNA 17 Dec 2022 -- Chairman Kim Jong Il 's long-cherished desire has been successfully fulfilled in the DPRK.
Chairman Kim Jong Il's Revolutionary Career and Exploits Lauded KCNA 17 Dec 2022 -- Leading newspapers of the DPRK on Saturday carry articles praising the immortal revolutionary career and exploits of Chairman Kim Jong Il on the occasion of the greatest national memorial day.
No drinking, singing and fun allowed during 7 days of forced mourning for Kim Jong Il Radio Free Asia 16 Dec 2022 -- North Korea is in the midst of a seven-day period of forced mourning to mark the 11th anniversary of the death of former leader Kim Jong Il, and no singing, drinking or celebrating will be allowed, sources in the country tell Radio Free Asia.
Amid food shortage, North Koreans forced to donate 'patriotic rice' Radio Free Asia 16 Dec 2022 -- Despite widespread food shortages in North Korea, the government is forcing its citizens to donate several kilograms of "patriotic rice" for use by the military, party officials, scientists and people in need, sources in the country told Radio Free Asia.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Guides Important Test of Strategic Significance KCNA 16 Dec 2022 -- Another important test of strategic significance was conducted in the DPRK on Dec. 15 amid the practical successes made by the indomitable will and strenuous efforts of the scientists and technicians in the defence science research field to devotedly attain the important key goals for strengthened national defence capability set by the 8th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK).
N Korea tests 'solid-fuel motor for new strategic weapon' Press TV 16 Dec 2022 -- North Korea says it has tested a new advanced motor for a new weapon system as the nuclear-armed country's foremost enemies vow closer cooperation against Pyongyang.
New Strategic Weapon Coming Soon, North Korea's Kim Says VOA 15 Dec 2022 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un presided over the successful test of a "high-thrust solid-propellant" engine to be used in a new weapon, state media said Friday.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Makes Public Many Important Works KCNA 15 Dec 2022 -- The respected Comrade Kim Jong Un made public many important works with his rare wisdom and energetic ideo-theoretical activities to ensure that the sacred history of the great leaders is given steady continuity on this land. The works serve as guidelines in the struggle for implementing the behests of Chairman Kim Jong Il without fail.
Experts: China Unlikely to Sway North Korea on Missile, Nuclear Tests VOA 15 Dec 2022 -- Given its frayed relationship with Washington, Beijing is unlikely to heed U.S. and South Korean calls to urge North Korea to cease missiles and nuclear weapons tests and ease tensions on the Korean Peninsula, said experts.
US Space Force Establishes First Foreign Command in South Korea as DPRK Ramps Up Launches Sputnik 14 Dec 2022 -- The US Space Force activated on Wednesday its foreign command in South Korea, its first on foreign soil, as North Korea steps up missile launches.
This Year's Power Production Goal Attained in DPRK KCNA 14 Dec 2022 -- Officials and workers in the power industrial sector of the DPRK have made signal progress in the drive to glorify this year with proud labor achievements.
Last Signature of Chairman Kim Jong Il KCNA 13 Dec 2022 -- December is a month in the DPRK when everyone is filled with ardent yearning for Chairman Kim Jong Il who devoted his entire life to the people.
Sacred Journey Made by Chairman Kim Jong Il for People in 2011 KCNA 13 Dec 2022 -- Regarding it as his lifetime motto to believe in the people as in Heaven, Chairman Kim Jong Il made ceaseless journey of devotion and loving care for them. He gave field guidance to many units to improve the people's standard of living in Juche 100 (2011), the last year of his revolutionary life, and made tireless efforts day and night.
All options on table against North Korea: US, allies Press TV 13 Dec 2022 -- The United States, South Korea, and Japan have promised to consider all available options to counter what they deem as a threat by North Korea.
US, South Korea, Japan consolidate efforts against DPRK nuclear tests Radio Free Asia 13 Dec 2022 -- Envoys of the United States, South Korea and Japan agreed Tuesday to consolidate efforts to ensure that North Korea does not dodge U.N. and other international sanctions as it pursues a nuclear and missile program, the officials said.
U.S. Special Representative for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) Kim's Meeting with Republic of Korea Special Representative for Korean Peninsula Peace and Security Affairs Kim and Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Director General for Asian and Oceanian Affairs Funakoshi US Dept. of State 13 Dec 2022
Launch of Satellite Kwangmyongsong-3-2 in 2012, Demonstration of DPRK's Overall Power KCNA 12 Dec 2022 -- It is 10 years since the launch of satellite Kwangmyongsong-3-2, a complex of the power of the DPRK.
DPRK/North Korea: EU imposes additional restrictive measures on eight persons and four entities responsible for or involved in the development of ballistic missiles EC/CEU 12 Dec 2022 -- In light of the continued development of ballistic missiles by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) in violation of the relevant UN Security Council resolutions (UNSCRs), the Council decided today to add eight individuals and four entities to the list of those subject to EU restrictive measures.
Immortal Exploits in History of Development of Juche-based Defence Industry KCNA 12 Dec 2022 -- December 12, Juche 37 (1948) was a significant day in the history of development of the DPRK's Juche-based defence industry.
Efficiency of Anti-epidemic Work Improved KCNA 11 Dec 2022 -- Work is intensified in the DPRK to thoroughly implement all the steps taken to ensure the safety of the anti-epidemic environment and improve the efficiency of anti-epidemic work.
Ideological Education Intensified in DPRK KCNA 11 Dec 2022 -- Organizations at all levels under the Union of Agricultural Workers of Korea (UAWK) are steadily improving the forms and methods of ideological education to encourage all the agricultural workers and members of the union to fulfill their responsibility and role as the masters of the rural revolution.
Moral Education Intensified in DPRK KCNA 11 Dec 2022 -- True to the intention of the Workers' Party of Korea to bring up the younger generation as true sons and daughters of socialist Korea with noble moral traits, the general education sector of the DPRK directs efforts to the moral education.
Anti-imperialist Class Education Intensified in DPRK KCNA 10 Dec 2022 -- Universities in the DPRK are further intensifying the anti-imperialist class education.
Steady Effort Goes into Anti-epidemic Work KCNA 09 Dec 2022 -- Fishery units in South Hamgyong Province of the DPRK direct a big effort to perfecting the winter anti-epidemic work.
More Anti-epidemic Steps Taken in DPRK KCNA 08 Dec 2022 -- The Ryanggang Provincial Forestry Management Bureau in the DPRK has intensified anti-epidemic measures under the winter conditions.
Session of Permanent Commission of SPA Standing Committee Held KCNA 08 Dec 2022 -- A session of the permanent commission of the Standing Committee of the Supreme People's Assembly of the DPRK took place.
Special Representative for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) Kim's Video Conference With the People's Republic of China (PRC) Special Representative on Korean Peninsula Affairs Liu US Dept. of State 08 Dec 2022
North Korea Reportedly Exploited Itaewon Tragedy in Hacking Attempt VOA 07 Dec 2022 -- North Korean hackers exploited public interest in October's tragic Itaewon crowd surge to target South Koreans with malware, Google cybersecurity researchers said Wednesday.
North Korea Likely to Continue Escalating Threats Next Year, Experts Say VOA 07 Dec 2022 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is likely to outline his plan to meet the goal of having "the world's most powerful strategic force" at a plenary meeting of the Central Committee of the ruling Workers' Party of Korea later this month, according to experts.
23rd Plenary Meeting of 14th SPA Standing Committee Held KCNA 07 Dec 2022 -- The 23rd Plenary Meeting of the 14th Standing Committee of the Supreme People's Assembly (SPA) of the DPRK took place at the Mansudae Assembly Hall on Dec. 6.
Official Notice on Convening Session of SPA of DPRK Issued KCNA 07 Dec 2022 -- The 8th Session of the 14th Supreme People's Assembly (SPA) of the DPRK will be convened in Pyongyang on January 17, Juche 112 (2023).
SPA Standing Committee Decides to Convene SPA Session KCNA 07 Dec 2022 -- The Standing Committee of the Supreme People's Assembly (SPA) of the DPRK released a decision on convening the 8th Session of the 14th SPA of the DPRK in Pyongyang on January 17, Juche 112 (2023). -0-
South Korea Slaps 'Enemy' Label on North Korea as Tensions Surge Sputnik 06 Dec 2022 -- The easing of tensions and thaw in relations between Pyongyang and Seoul observed through the personal diplomacy of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, South Korean President Moon Jae-in and US President Donald Trump collapsed under the latter two leaders' successors, with the US and South Korea resuming drills, and Pyongyang ramping up missile tests.
Spokesman for KPA General Staff Issues Statement KCNA 06 Dec 2022 -- A spokesman for the General Staff of the Korean People's Army (KPA) released the following statement on Tuesday:
Spokesman for KPA General Staff Warns Enemies against Provocative Actions KCNA 06 Dec 2022 -- A spokesman for the General Staff of the Korean People's Army issued the following statement Tuesday:
Pyongyang Says Opened Artillery Fire in Response to South Korean Shelling at Contact Line Sputnik 06 Dec 2022 -- The North Korean troops opened artillery fire on Tuesday in response to shelling conducted by the South Korean army in the area adjacent to the contact line, the General Staff of the Korean People's Army (KPA) said.
Seoul Vows to Enhance Sanctions Against Pyongyang in Event of New Missile Tests, Reports Say Sputnik 05 Dec 2022 -- South Korea will toughen sanctions against North Korea if Pyongyang conducts another missile test or any other provocative acts, Korean news agency reported on Monday, citing foreign ministry.
Spokesman for KPA General Staff Issues Statement KCNA 05 Dec 2022 -- A spokesman for the General Staff of the Korean People's Army issued the following statement on Monday:
'Tit-for-tat' warning: North Korea fires shells into buffer zone with South Press TV 05 Dec 2022 -- South Korea says the North has fired a barrage of artillery shells into a maritime buffer zone. Pyongyang says it was a warning against Seoul's "provocative actions."
Information Work Intensified to Raise Anti-epidemic Awareness in DPRK KCNA 03 Dec 2022 -- Information work in various forms and methods is intensified in the DPRK to prevent beforehand the outbreak of viral respiratory diseases and ensure the stable anti-epidemic situation in winter.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Sends Wreath to Chinese Embassy Here KCNA 03 Dec 2022 -- The respected Comrade Kim Jong Un sent a wreath to the Chinese embassy here, expressing deep condolences over the death of Jiang Zemin, former general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and president of the People's Republic of China.
Japan, South Korea join US-led sanctions against North Korea Press TV 02 Dec 2022 -- Japan and South Korea have imposed new sanctions on North Korean individuals and entities in response to Pyongyang's recent missile tests, a day after the US targeted North Korea with sanctions.
Statement by NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on U.S., Republic of Korea, and Japan Trilateral Designations Targeting the Democratic People's Republic of Korea The White House 02 Dec 2022
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Sends Wreath to Bier of Jiang Zemin KCNA 02 Dec 2022 -- The respected Comrade Kim Jong Un sent a wreath to the bier of Jiang Zemin, former general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and president of the People's Republic of China, expressing deep condolences over his death.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Sends Message of Condolence to President Xi Jinping KCNA 02 Dec 2022 -- Kim Jong Un, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) and president of the State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), on Nov. 30 sent a message of condolence to Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and president of the People's Republic of China (PRC).
Designating Three Democratic People's Republic of Korea Officials in Response to Pyongyang's November ICBM Launches US Dept. of State 01 Dec 2022 -- The United States is taking additional actions today as part of our ongoing effort to impede the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's (DPRK) ability to advance its unlawful ballistic missile and weapons of mass destruction programs.
Treasury Targets Workers' Party of Korea Officials Supporting DPRK Weapons Programs US Treasury 01 Dec 2022 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today sanctioned three individuals for being officials of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK). These individuals have provided support to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's (DPRK) development of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and ballistic missiles.
US imposes sanctions on 3 North Korea officials after latest ICBM test Press TV 01 Dec 2022 -- The United States has imposed sanctions on three senior North Korean officials connected to the country's weapons programs after Pyongyang's latest and largest intercontinental ballistic missile test last month.
Sullivan: US Has New Set of Anti-North Korea Sanctions Coming Forward After Missile Tests Sputnik 01 Dec 2022 -- The United States has a new set of restrictive measures coming out against North Korea soon, White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said during a think-tank event.
North Korean bandits steal 200 kilos of gold bars worth US $12 million Radio Free Asia 01 Dec 2022 -- The three masked bandits descended upon the armored vehicle, overpowered the two soldiers on guard duty, seized 200 kilograms of gold bars worth U.S.$12 million and rode off into the North Korean countryside, sources inside the country said.
Political Bureau of C.C., WPK Decides to Convene 6th Plenary Meeting of 8th Central Committee of WPK KCNA 01 Dec 2022 -- The Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) decided to convene the 6th Plenary Meeting of the 8th Central Committee of the WPK in late December to review the execution of the Party and state policies for 2022 and discuss and decide on work plans for 2023 and a series of important issues arising in the development of the Party and the revolution at present.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Meets and Congratulates Air Force Commanders and Men KCNA 01 Dec 2022 -- Kim Jong Un , general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and president of the State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, invited to the office building of the Party Central Committee 705 pilots of over 20 regiments of five divisions, who participated in the general operation of the air force flying corps with 500 fighters involved for 3 hours and 47 minutes on November 4, on the occasion of the Day of Air Men and warmly congratulated and encouraged them.
11th Meeting of Political Bureau of 8th Central Committee of WPK Held KCNA 01 Dec 2022 -- The 11th Meeting of the Political Bureau of the 8th Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) took place at the office building of the WPK Central Committee on Nov. 30.

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