September 2023 - North Korea Special Weapons News

DPRK Foreign Minister Issues Press Statement KCNA 30 Sep 2023 -- Choe Son Hui, foreign minister of the DPRK, issued the following press statement on Saturday:
Qualifications of Epidemic-Prevention Workers Improved in DPRK KCNA 29 Sep 2023 -- True to the Workers' Party of Korea's policy on the epidemic-prevention work, efforts are being made in different parts of the DPRK to improve the scientific and theoretical skills of epidemic-prevention workers and their professionalism.
American Soldier Travis King Back in US After Fleeing to North Korea VOA 28 Sep 2023 -- An American soldier who illegally crossed into North Korea in July arrived back in the United States early Thursday, according to a U.S. defense official.
Released From North Korea, U.S. Soldier Now in Texas DoD News 28 Sep 2023 -- This week, Army Pvt. Travis T. King was released from North Korean custody and returned to American authorities. King is now back in the U.S., in San Antonio, Texas, said Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh.
DPRK incorporates nuclear force policy into constitution People's Daily 28 Sep 2023 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) has incorporated the state nuclear force policy that was codified a year ago into the country's constitution, the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said Thursday.
North Korea amends constitution to boost nuclear power status, calls US, allies 'worst threat' Press TV 28 Sep 2023 -- North Korea has amended its constitution in a bid to update its nuclear doctrine and boost its nuclear power status, citing "provocations" from the United States.
North Korea Unanimously Amends Constitution on 'Accelerated Development' on Nuclear Weapons Sputnik 28 Sep 2023 -- North Korea develops nuclear weapons to guarantee the country's rights to existence and development, deter war and protect peace and stability in the region, North Korean state-run news agency reported Thursday, citing Choe Ryong Hae, the chairman of the Standing Committee of North Korea's Supreme People's Assembly.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Makes Speech at 9th Session of 14th SPA KCNA 28 Sep 2023 -- 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, made an important speech at the 9th Session of the 14th Supreme People's Assembly (SPA) of the DPRK.
Members of DPRK Cabinet Newly Appointed KCNA 28 Sep 2023 -- Members of the Cabinet newly appointed at the 9th Session of the 14th Supreme People's Assembly (SPA) of the DPRK are as follows:
9th Session of 14th SPA of DPRK Held KCNA 28 Sep 2023 -- The reporter said that the SPA is to discuss and adopt the amendment to the Constitution in order to stipulate the position of the nuclear force in the national defence and the principle of state activities on the building of the nuclear force in the Socialist Constitution, the basic law of the Republic and the great political charter for building a powerful socialist country.
South Korea's Dilemma: Is North Korea the Only Threat? VOA 27 Sep 2023 -- Seoul should be ready to deal with threats beyond North Korea as Beijing's belligerence toward Taiwan and Pyongyang's threats to South Korea keep growing, analysts said.
Statement From Pentagon Press Secretary Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder on the Release of Private King DoD 27 Sep 2023 -- "U.S. officials have secured the return of Private Travis King from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK)."
Soldier Returned to U.S. Custody After Crossing Into North Korea DoD News 27 Sep 2023 -- Army Pvt. Travis T. King has been released to U.S. custody after a multiweek diplomatic effort to secure his return from North Korea, senior U.S. officials announced today.
Return of Private Travis King US Dept. of State 27 Sep 2023 -- "The United States has secured the return of Private Travis King from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea."
American Soldier Travis King in US Custody After Fleeing to North Korea VOA 27 Sep 2023 -- The Pentagon says an American soldier who illegally crossed into North Korea in July is now in U.S. custody.
Background Press Call by Senior Administration and Military Officials on the Return of Private King from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea The White House 27 Sep 2023
Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on the return of Private Travis King The White House 27 Sep 2023
KCNA Report on Final Findings of Investigation into American Solider KCNA 27 Sep 2023 -- The investigation into Travis King, a soldier of the U.S. Army who was detained after illegally intruding into the territory of the DPRK in the joint security area of Panmunjom on July 18, has been finished.
US soldier released by N Korea is on way home Radio Free Asia 27 Sep 2023 -- Travis King, the American soldier who suddenly sprinted into North Korea from a border area in South Korea, is on his way home and "appears to be in good health and spirits," U.S. officials said on Wednesday.
Greetings to DPRK Foreign Minister KCNA 27 Sep 2023 -- Choe Son Hui, foreign minister of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), received messages of greeting from her counterparts of different countries on the occasion of the 75th founding anniversary of the DPRK.
North Korea orders diplomatic staff to donate $100 each for new subs Radio Free Asia 27 Sep 2023 -- Kim Jong Un has submarine envy, so every North Korean attached to diplomatic missions abroad has been ordered to "donate" US$100 to a new fund that will go toward the construction of "cutting-edge" submarines and other warships, sources in China told Radio Free Asia.
Koreas trade barbs at UN as the North threatens nuclear war Radio Free Asia 26 Sep 2023 -- The two Koreas traded barbs at the United Nations General Assembly Tuesday, with the North threatening a potential nuclear catastrophe in the Korean Peninsula and the South asserting that its military exercises with the U.S. will continue to take place.
Security Council's 'west-led irrational structure' must be reformed, DPRK tells UN UN News 26 Sep 2023 -- The "west-led irrational structure" of the UN Security Council must be reformed to prevent the "high-handedness and arbitrariness" of forces within the body, including the United States, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) told the General Assembly on Tuesday.
Seoul warns of N Korean regime termination, if nuclear weapons used Radio Free Asia 25 Sep 2023 -- South Korea warned that it would seek to terminate the Kim Jong Un regime should nuclear weapons be used in practice, calling Pyongyang's nuclear intimidation a "grave challenge" to the international community.
S Korean court rules anti-Pyongyang leaflets ban 'unconstitutional' Radio Free Asia 26 Sep 2023 -- South Korea's Constitutional Court has overturned the law barring the dissemination of anti-Pyongyang leaflets into North Korea, a decision that is likely to irk North Korea, which perceives such leaflets as a significant threat to the Kim Jong Un regime.
Korean Peninsula on 'brink of nuclear war,' North Korean envoy warns Press TV 26 Sep 2023 -- North Korea's ambassador to the United Nations, Kim Song, has warned that there is an "imminent danger of nuclear war breakout" on the Korean Peninsula.
North Koreans in Russia received scant medical care during pandemic Radio Free Asia 26 Sep 2023 -- North Korean workers in Russia who contracted serious diseases during the COVID-19 pandemic were unable to receive proper medical treatment, nor were they able to return to North Korea, according to an internal document seen by Radio Free Asia.
Hysterical Remarks of Political and Diplomatic Idiot Criticized KCNA 25 Sep 2023 -- Puppet traitor Yoon Suk Yeol, even at the 78th UN General Assembly, malignantly slandered the relations between the DPRK and Russia.
North Korea calls Yoon an 'idiot' as S Korea deepens ties with US RFA 24 Sep 2023 -- North Korea lambasted South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol, calling him a "diplomatic idiot" on Monday, fueling tensions as Seoul fortifies its alliance with the United States against the North. The outburst also comes at a juncture where several nations are recalibrating their stance to safeguard their national interests revolving around the Korean peninsula.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Sends Reply Message to President Xi Jinping KCNA 24 Sep 2023 -- 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, sent a reply message to Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and president of the People's Republic of China, on September 21.
Banquet Given to Celebrate Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un's Successful Visit to Russia KCNA 22 Sep 2023 -- The Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) gave a banquet on Wednesday evening, in congratulation of the successful visit of 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, to the Russian Federation.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Has Photo Session with Members of Delegation Who Accompanied Him on Russia Visit KCNA 22 Sep 2023 -- 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, on Wednesday had a photo session with the members of the DPRK delegation who accompanied him on a visit to the Russian Federation.
S Korea sanctions more firms, N Korea individuals as tensions rise Radio Free Asia 21 Sep 2023 -- South Korea on Thursday imposed unilateral sanctions on companies and North Korean individuals including the North's defense minister - a move aimed at curbing Pyongyang's nuclear ambitions that pose threats to the United States and its regional allies.
South Korea Hits North Korean Illegal Weapons Trade with New Sanctions VOA 21 Sep 2023 -- South Korea Thursday imposed new sanctions on 10 individuals and two entities for involvement in illegal financial transactions related to North Korea's nuclear program and arms trade with three countries, including Russia.
Russia-North Korea Ties: Will Putin-Kim Bromance Last? VOA 21 Sep 2023 -- Warming relations between North Korea and Russia could last as long as the war in Ukraine continues, making Pyongyang either disposable or expandable to Moscow, depending on its need for ammunition and interest in overturning the U.S.-led international order, experts said.
S Korean leader warns Russia, N Korea against military cooperation Radio Free Asia 20 Sep 2023 -- South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol issued a fresh warning to Russia and North Korea in an address to the U.N. General Assembly on Wednesday, declaring that Seoul and its allies would respond collectively should the two authoritarian states pursue military cooperation.
Republic of Korea: Russia providing weapons tech to DPRK 'will be a direct provocation' UN News 20 Sep 2023 -- President Yoon Suk-Yeol of Republic of Korea on Wednesday said that if Russia helps the Democratic Republic of Korea (DPRK) enhance its weapons programmes "the deal will be a direct provocation" and Seoul and its allies "will not stand idly by".
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Arrives in Pyongyang KCNA 20 Sep 2023 -- 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, arrived in the capital city of Pyongyang by his private train on Tuesday evening.
North Korea 'mobilizes' students to fight yearly 'corn battle' Radio Free Asia 19 Sep 2023 -- North Korea is tapping its students to serve as free labor during the corn harvest this fall and searching them after each shift to make sure they aren't stealing from the fields, residents of the country told Radio Free Asia.
South Korea Presidents clash over North Korea policy Radio Free Asia 19 Sep 2023 -- Five years ago, when leaders of the two Koreas exchanged a historic handshake in Pyongyang, the Korean people looked on with hope, wishing that this masterpiece of diplomacy may finally put an official end to the seven-decade-long war on the peninsula.
Fate of Inter-Korean Military Pact Remains Uncertain 5 Years After Signing VOA 19 Sep 2023 -- The future of a milestone agreement between South Korea and North Korea, signed five years ago to reduce military tensions, is now uncertain following what Seoul considers a series of violations and military provocations by Pyongyang.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Passes through Tumangang Railway Station KCNA 19 Sep 2023 -- 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, completed his official goodwill visit to the Russian Federation and passed through the Tumangang Railway Station, the border station, on early Monday morning.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Visits Various Objects in Vladivostok of Russia KCNA 18 Sep 2023 -- 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), visited Far Eastern Federal University, the Maritime Territorial Aquarium and the Arnika Bio-Feed Mill on September 17.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Concludes His Visit to Russian Federation KCNA 18 Sep 2023 -- 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), left Vladivostok City on September 17 after successfully completing the schedule of his official goodwill visit to the Russian Federation.
North Korean leader receives drones as he wraps up Russia's trip Press TV 17 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has received drones and body armor as he wrapped up a trip to Russia that has rattled the West.
North Korea's Kim Jong Un Wraps Up Visit to Russia, Leaves by Train Sputnik 17 Sep 2023 -- Russian high-ranking officials have seen off North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, who wrapped up his five-day visit to Russia and boarded his armored train, a Sputnik correspondent reported on Sunday.
Supporting Human Rights in North Korea US Dept. of State 17 Sep 2023 -- As we observe the 20th annual North Korea Freedom Week, we recognize the courage of the North Korean defector and human rights community, which continues to speak on behalf of the millions of North Koreans suffering abuses who are unable to advocate for themselves.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Visits Vladivostok of Russian Federation KCNA 17 Sep 2023 -- 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), visited Vladivostok City of the Russian Federation on September 16.
Defence joins international effort to enforce sanctions on North Korea Australia DOD 16 Sep 2023 -- Defence has conducted air surveillance of illegal activity in North Korea as part of an international effort to eliminate nuclear weapons in the country.
Session of Permanent Commission of DPRK SPA Standing Committee Held KCNA 16 Sep 2023 -- A session of the Permanent Commission of the Standing Committee of the Supreme People's Assembly of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea was held.
North Korean leader checks out Russia's bombers, hypersonic missiles Press TV 16 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has checked out Russia's nuclear-capable strategic bombers, hypersonic missiles and warships as part of his visit to the country that has angered the United States.
Kim Jong-un gets look at weapons control systems of frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov Russia MoD 16 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un got a close look at modern missile weapon control systems located at the ship's central command centre during his visit to the frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov.
Kim Jong-un writes a review in guest book of frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov in Primorsky Krai Russia MoD 16 Sep 2023 -- Kim Jong-un left a review in the book of honoured guests of the frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov in Vladivostok and received a warship model as a gift.
Kim Jong-un observes new armament of frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov in Vladivostok Russia MoD 16 Sep 2023 -- Missile and artillery systems of the frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov were demonstrated to North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, who visited Vladivostok.
Kim Jong-un and Sergei Shoigu arrive at Pacific Fleet frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov in Vladivostok Russia MoD 16 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu arrive at Pacific Fleet frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov in Vladivostok.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un gets a close look at new Tu-214 aircraft Russia MoD 16 Sep 2023 -- Kim Jong-un, the leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, became acquainted with the Russian Tu-214 long-range aircraft while touring the aviation facilities at the Knevichi airfield.
Kinzhal hypersonic missile system presented to North Korean leader Russia MoD 16 Sep 2023 -- At the Knevichi airfield, Russian Minister of Defence General of the Army Sergei Shoigu presented the Russian MiG-31I missile carrier with the latest weaponry - the Kinzhal hypersonic air-launched missile - to leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea Kim Jong-un.
DPRK leader observes modern combat aircraft at Knevichi airfield Russia MoD 16 Sep 2023 -- Kim Jong-un, the leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, and General of the Army Sergei Shoigu, the Russian Minister of Defence, were shown state-of-art models of the operational-tactical aviation of the Russian Aerospace Forces at the Knevichi airfield.
DPRK leader visits Knevichi airfield to get familiar with Russian strategic aircraft Russia MoD 16 Sep 2023 -- Leader of Democratic People's Republic of Korea Kim Jong-un saw a Tu-160 supersonic strategic bomber, a Tu-95MS turboprop strategic bomber, and a Tu-22M3 long-range supersonic missile bomber at the Knevichi airfield. These aircraft make up the Russian Federation's air component of its strategic nuclear forces.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un arrives at Knevichi airfield Russia MoD 16 Sep 2023 -- Chairman of State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea Kim Jong-un has arrived at Vladivostok's Knevichi airfield.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Visits Komsomolsk-on-Amur Yuri Gagarin Aviation Plant KCNA 16 Sep 2023 -- 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, arrived in Komsomolsk-on-Amur, a major industrial city in the Far Eastern Region of the Russian Federation, to visit the Komsomolsk-on-Amur Yuri Gagarin Aviation Plant.
Kremlin Says 'No Agreements' Signed As Russia, North Korea Warned Off Arms Deals RFE/RL 15 Sep 2023 -- The Kremlin on September 15 said that "no agreements" were signed during North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's ongoing visit to Russia.
Kim-Putin military cooperation may pose potential setback for China Radio Free Asia 15 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian leader Vladimir Putin inspected a fighter jet production facility in Russia's Far East on Friday while the United States allies prepare joint countermeasures in response to safeguarding the security in both Asia and Europe.
Hypocritical? Christening of new North Korean submarine raises eyebrows Radio Free Asia 14 Sep 2023 -- With supreme leader Kim Jong Un looking on, the foreign minister smashed a bottle of champagne against the hull of North Korea's latest nuclear submarine, prompting the crowd of sailors and factory workers to erupt in thunderous cheers and applause.
South Korea Concerned About Russia-North Korea Military Cooperation VOA 14 Sep 2023 -- South Korea has expressed regret that Russia and North Korea discussed military cooperation during their leaders' meeting, as Seoul is closely monitoring the possibility of joint military drills between Pyongyang and Moscow.
Russia, DPRK to strengthen good-neighborly relations, promote regional peace: Putin People's Daily 14 Sep 2023 -- Moscow and Pyongyang will strive to strengthen good-neighborly relations and promote regional peace, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday during his meeting with Kim Jong Un, top leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
Kim Jong Un, Putin hold talks People's Daily 14 Sep 2023 -- Kim Jong Un, top leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) had a historic meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday in the Russian Far East, the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Thursday.
Russia's Putin agrees to visit North Korea on formal invitation by North's leader Kim Jong-un Press TV 14 Sep 2023 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has accepted a formal invitation by Kim Jung-un to visit North Korea for more talks on their "far-reaching plan" to promote a deeper partnership, as the North Korean leader continues his tour of eastern Russia following his summit with Putin.
Increasingly isolated, Myanmar reestablishes ties with North Korea Radio Free Asia 14 Sep 2023 -- Increasingly isolated on the world stage, Myanmar's junta re-established ties with North Korea this week, renewing ties that were cut five years ago by the former civilian government in line with U.N. sanctions over the North's nuclear weapons program.
Putin may visit North Korea, as Kim boasts of 'unbreakable' bilateral ties Radio Free Asia 14 Sep 2023 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin may pay a reciprocal visit to North Korea to crow about the "unbreakable strategic partnership" between Moscow and Pyongyang, on the back of the united front that both had pledged against democracies spanning from Asia to Europe.
The Other Side of Putin-Kim Summit: Looking Beyond Arms Deal VOA 14 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un appears to be using this week's much-heralded summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin to tighten his control over a country struggling with international sanctions and a pandemic-stricken economy, analysts said.
13 September ballistic missile launches by North Korea: statement UK FCDO 14 Sep 2023 -- Following North Korea's ballistic missile launches on 13 September 2023, an FCDO spokesperson made the following statement.
A Wary China Eyes Ties With Russia, North Korea VOA 14 Sep 2023 -- China, watching this week's historic Russia-North Korea summit from the sidelines, is likely to welcome a boost for President Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine but worry that its longtime client state in Pyongyang could be slipping from its grasp, experts say.
New Milestone for Development of DPRK-Russia Relations Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Has Historic Meetingwith President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putinat Vostochny Spaceport KCNA 14 Sep 2023 -- 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, had a historic meeting with Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, president of the Russian Federation, at the Vostochny Spaceport in Amur Oblast of the Far Eastern Region on September 13.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Has Talks with Russian President KCNA 14 Sep 2023 -- 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, had talks with Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, president of the Russian Federation, on September 13.
President Putin Hosts Reception in Welcome of Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un KCNA 14 Sep 2023 -- Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, president of the Russian Federation, hosted a reception on Wednesday in welcome of the Russia visit by 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).
Putin meets Kim, says Russia will help North Korea build satellites Press TV 13 Sep 2023 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has met with North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un as the two countries expand bilateral cooperation in various fields.
Kim Tells Putin That Russia Has North Korea's 'Full And Unconditional Support' RFE/RL 13 Sep 2023 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks on September 13 with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, who offered his country's "full and unconditional support" to defend what he said was Russia's security interests, in an apparent reference to Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Formal dinner in honour of Chairman of State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea Kim Jong-un President of Russia 13 Sep 2023
Russia-North Korea talks President of Russia 13 Sep 2023 -- Vladimir Putin and Chairman of State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea Kim Jong-un held talks at the Vostochny Space Launch Centre.
Russia-North Korea Military Cooperation Concerns US VOA 13 Sep 2023 -- White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby told reporters Wednesday the United States has concerns about any kind of potential defense cooperation between Russia and North Korea.
Kim, Putin to fortify 'anti-imperialist' united front, vow tech cooperation Radio Free Asia 13 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin met at the symbol of Russia's space prowess on Wednesday, where both sides vowed to boost their comprehensive cooperation, spanning from the economy to military.
N Korean leader hails Russia for standing up against Western 'hegemonic forces' Press TV 13 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has praised Moscow for having "stood up against the hegemonic forces" to defend its sovereignty and security, a veiled reference to the US and the West.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's answer to a question from the Moscow. Kremlin. Putin programme, September 13, 2023 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 13 Sep 2023
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's answers to questions from the Moscow.Kremlin.Putin television programme, September 13, 2023 Russia Ministry of Foreign Affairs 13 Sep 2023
Kim Jong Un says relations with Russia top priority: Kremlin People's Daily 13 Sep 2023 -- Developing relations with Moscow is the top priority for Pyongyang, Kim Jong Un, top leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, said Wednesday, according to the Kremlin.
Russia-N.Korea military cooperation likely to reach new breakthrough; US, allies push Moscow, Pyongyang closer: experts Global Times 13 Sep 2023 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un met at Vostochny space launch facility in Russia's Far Eastern Amur Region on Wednesday, and experts said the two countries, which both suffer from heavy sanctions and threats from the US-led West, are likely to upgrade their cooperation over technologies related to rockets or ballistic missiles.
North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un Arrives at Railway Station of Russia's Vostochny Cosmodrome Sputnik 13 Sep 2023 -- Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters earlier that the two leaders would discuss bilateral cooperation in various areas, as well as regional and international cooperation.
North Korea Reportedly Fires Off Two Ballistic Missiles Toward Sea of Japan Sputnik 13 Sep 2023 -- The reported Wednesday launches took place after the North Korea leadership traveled to Russia's Far East to participate in talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
North Korea fires two short-range ballistic missiles as Kim visits Russia Press TV 13 Sep 2023 -- North Korea has reportedly fired two short-range ballistic missiles as the country's leader Kim Jong-un visits Russia to have a meeting with his Russian counterpart.
North Korea Fires Missiles as Kim is Abroad for a Rare Summit with Putin VOA 13 Sep 2023 -- North Korea fired two ballistic missiles into the sea off its east coast, South Korea said on Wednesday.
DPRK top leader arrives at Russian border town Khasan People's Daily 13 Sep 2023 -- Kim Jong Un, top leader of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), arrived at the Russian border town of Khasan early Tuesday, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Wednesday.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Arrives at Khasan of Russian Federation KCNA 13 Sep 2023 -- 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, arrived at Khasan, border town of the Russian Federation, on early morning of September 12.
Visit to Vostochny Cosmodrome President of Russia 13 Sep 2023 -- Vladimir Putin met with Chairman of State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea Kim Jong-un at the Vostochny Cosmodrome.
China, N Korea to Deepen Cooperation in All Areas - Chinese Foreign Ministry Sputnik 12 Sep 2023 -- China and North Korea are working to "deepen exchanges and cooperation across the board," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said on Tuesday, without commenting on the possibility of Chinese President Xi Jinping's and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's meeting in the near future.
Kim Jong-un visits Russia, to meet Putin Global Times 12 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has left Pyongyang to visit Russia, the country's official news agency disclosed on Tuesday. Chinese experts believe Kim's meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin is primarily to strengthen the bilateral relationship and offset impact of Western isolation against the two countries.
North Korean leader arrives in Russia for talks with Putin Press TV 12 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has arrived in Russia for a meeting with President Vladimir Putin that will involve discussing "sensitive" subjects, according to the Kremlin spokesman.
Kim Jong Un blasts premier for typhoon lack of preparedness Radio Free Asia 12 Sep 2023 -- Calling him a "mental under-wit," Kim Jong Un blasted North Korea's premier, Kim Tok Hun, last month for flooding caused by the failure of a dike during Typhoon Khanun, sources in the country told Radio Free Asia.
North Korea's Kim Arrives In Russia Ahead Of Expected Meeting With Putin RFE/RL 12 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has arrived in Russia ahead of an expected meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who U.S. officials say may be seeking weaponry and ammunition to bolster Russia's war in Ukraine.
Kim Jong Un Says Visit to Russia 'Clear Manifestation' of Prioritizing Ties - State Media Sputnik 12 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said his visit to Russia is a "clear manifestation" of the North Korean leadership of "prioritizing the strategic importance" of the Moscow-Pyongyang relations, state media reported Wednesday.
North Korea's Kim in Russia Amid US Warnings Against Arms Deal VOA 12 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Russia Tuesday where he is expected to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Russia's far east amid warnings from the U.S. and South Korea against a potential arms transfer.
EU Statement at IAEA Board of Governors on the application of safeguards in the Democratic People Republic of Korea, as delivered on 12 September 2023 European External Action Service (EEAS) 12 Sep 2023
UN Rights Rapporteur 'Extremely Concerned' About Forced Repatriation Amid North Korea's Border Reopening VOA 12 Sep 2023 -- A U.N. human rights official says that while the reopening of North Korea's borders is a welcome development as Pyongyang eases its COVID-19 controls, there are also concerns, including 'the imminent risk' of forced repatriation of North Koreans detained in other countries.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Leaves Pyongyang to Visit Russian Federation KCNA 12 Sep 2023 -- 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), left here by his train on Sunday afternoon to visit the Russian Federation.
Kim Jong Un's arrival in Russia sets stage for high-stakes 'negotiations' with Putin Radio Free Asia 11 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Russia's Far East on Tuesday for a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin where arms trade is expected to dominate the agenda.
North Korea's Kim 'appears' to have departed for Russia: Reports Press TV 11 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has "apparently" departed for Russia to meet with President Vladimir Putin, according to South Korean media reports.
Kim-Putin's Vladivostok bromance may risk global security, from Europe to Asia Radio Free Asia 11 Sep 2023 -- Four years ago, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made a symbolic journey southwards, crossing the border with his armored train to engage with the leaders of the democratic world.
U.S. Warns Pyongyang As Kremlin Confirms Visit Of North Korea's Kim At Putin's Invite RFE/RL 11 Sep 2023 -- The United States on September 11 warned North Korea against any moves toward supplying Russia with weapons and threatened further sanctions against Pyongyang after the Kremlin confirmed that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will visit Russia "in the coming days" at the invitation of President Vladimir Putin.
Kremlin: North Korea's Kim to Visit Russia in Coming Days VOA 11 Sep 2023 -- The Kremlin and Pyongyang said Monday that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will visit Russia in the coming days at the invitation of President Vladimir Putin.
At Vladimir Putin's invitation, Chairman of State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea Kim Jong-un will visit Russia President of Russia 11 Sep 2023
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Has Photo Session with Participants in Paramilitary Parade KCNA 11 Sep 2023 -- 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, on Sunday had a photo session with the participants in the paramilitary parade celebrating the 75th founding anniversary of the DPRK.
Chinese Vice Premier meets with Kim Jong-un, agreeing to further develop, deepen relations Global Times 10 Sep 2023 -- Chinese Vice Premier Liu Guozhong met with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un during his three-day visit to the neighboring country from Friday to Sunday, agreeing to further develop friendly relations between the two countries and exchange views on deepening cooperation.
75th Birthday of DPRK Marked KCNA 10 Sep 2023 -- All the people in the DPRK significantly celebrated the 75th birthday of the DPRK as an all-people holiday.
Chinese Party and Government Delegation Visits Friendship Tower KCNA 10 Sep 2023 -- The party and government delegation of the People's Republic of China (PRC) led by Liu Guozhong, member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and vice-premier of the State Council of China, on a visit to the DPRK to attend the celebrations of its 75th founding anniversary, visited the Friendship Tower on Saturday.
Grand Performance Given to Celebrate 75th Birthday of DPRK KCNA 10 Sep 2023 -- A grand performance was given before the Mansudae Assembly Hall on Saturday night, adding to the joy and excitement of celebrating the 75th founding anniversary of the DPRK as a grand political festival of victors.
Reception Given for Chinese Party and Government Delegation KCNA 10 Sep 2023 -- The Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea and the government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea hosted a reception at the Mansudae Assembly Hall on September 9 in welcome of the Chinese party and government delegation visiting the DPRK to attend the celebrations of its 75th founding anniversary.
Reception Given in Celebration of 75th DPRK Birthday KCNA 10 Sep 2023 -- A reception was given in celebration of the 75th founding anniversary of the glorious Democratic People's Republic of Korea on September 9.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Receives Greetings from Russian Party Leader KCNA 10 Sep 2023 -- 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), received a message of greeting from G. A. Zyuganov, chairman of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, on September 6.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Receives Greetings from Belarusian President KCNA 10 Sep 2023 -- Kim Jong Un , president of the State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, received a message of greeting from Aleksandr Lukashenko, president of the Republic of Belarus, on September 9.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Has Photo Session with Participants in Celebrations of 75th DPRK Birthday KCNA 10 Sep 2023 -- 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, on Saturday had a photo session with the participants in the celebrations of the 75th DPRK birthday.
DPRK Shining with Immortal Leadership of Peerlessly Great men KCNA 09 Sep 2023 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) has demonstrated itself as the most dignified people's country and as a socialist power under the guidance of President Kim Il Sung , Chairman Kim Jong Il and the respected Comrade Kim Jong Un . -0-
Congratulations to President of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea Kim Jong Un President of Russia 09 Sep 2023 -- Vladimir Putin sent his greetings to President of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea Kim Jong Un on the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the DPRK.
Russians, Chinese officials attend N Korea's military parade on founding anniversary Press TV 09 Sep 2023 -- North Korea has staged a massive military parade to mark the country's 75th founding anniversary, with Russian diplomats and a high-ranking Chinese delegation in attendance.
North Korea holds its third military parade of the year to shore up internal unity Radio Free Asia 09 Sep 2023 -- North Korea staged an anniversary parade on Saturday as the nation strives to boost internal unity while seeking stronger military ties with China and Russia to buffer a slumping economy and growing regional tensions.
National Meeting Held to Celebrate 75th Birthday of DPRK Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Attends Meeting KCNA 09 Sep 2023 -- The whole country is significantly celebrating the birthday of the glorious DPRK at a time when all the people are dynamically opening up a new phase of development for the building of a socialist power full of confidence in the validity and invincibility of their cause while demonstrating to the world the prestige of their powerful and dignified state under the leadership of the great Party.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Receives Greetings from President Xi Jinping KCNA 09 Sep 2023 -- 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, received a message of greeting from Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and president of the People's Republic of China, on Sept. 9.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Meets Chinese Party and Government Delegation KCNA 09 Sep 2023 -- 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, met the party and government delegation of the People's Republic of China on September 8. The delegation is visiting the DPRK to take part in the celebrations of its 75th founding anniversary.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Receives Greetings from Russian President KCNA 09 Sep 2023 -- Kim Jong Un , president of the State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, received a message of greeting from Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, president of the Russian Federation, on September 9.
Paramilitary Parade Held to Celebrate 75th Birthday of DPRK KCNA 09 Sep 2023 -- The DPRK, a great country whose name included "people" at the time of its founding for the first time in the history of the nation spanning 5 000 years and which has vigorously advanced towards a new victory and prosperity, paving a broad avenue for building a rich country with strong army under the noble idea of believing in the people as in Heaven and the unfurled banner of independent politics, self-supporting economy and self-reliant national defence, has greeted its 75th founding anniversary.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Receives Greetings from Iranian President KCNA 08 Sep 2023 -- Kim Jong Un , president of the State Affairs of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), received a message of greeting from Seyyed Ebrahim Raeisi, president of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on Sept. 4.
DPRK launches 1st tactical nuclear attack submarine People's Daily 08 Sep 2023 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) launched its first tactical nuclear attack submarine on Wednesday, ahead of the country's 75th founding anniversary, the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Friday.
Shockingly, Kim Jong Un calls South Korea by its official name Radio Free Asia 08 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un recently slammed South Korea for participating in joint military exercises with the United States, but his choice of words shocked and confused his people.
North Korea Launches New 'Tactical Nuclear Attack Submarine' Sputnik 08 Sep 2023 -- North Korea launched a new "tactical nuclear attack submarine," capable of launching an underwater nuclear attack to strengthen Pyongyang's nuclear deterrence.
North Korea warns of underwater nuke attack as new submarine unveiled Radio Free Asia 07 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has issued a fresh warning to the U.S. and its allies of a preemptive underwater nuclear strike, as he commissioned the authoritarian state's first operational "tactical nuclear attack submarine" into waters that divide the Koreas and Japan.
Great Event Heralding Arrival of New Era, Turning Point in Bolstering up Juche-based Naval Force Ceremony of Launching Newly-built Submarine Held with Splendor in Presence of Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un KCNA 08 Sep 2023 -- A new powerful entity has emerged to demonstrate the rapid development of the Juche-based naval force all over the world in the glorious journey of ushering in a new era of a great prosperous and powerful country with the world-renowned tremendous national defence capabilities, unprecedented in the nation-building history of the DPRK, under the outstanding leadership of the ever-victorious Workers' Party of Korea (WPK).
North Korea launches 1st operational tactical nuclear attack submarine Press TV 08 Sep 2023 -- North Korea has launched its first operational "tactical nuclear attack submarine," tasking it with patrolling the waters that lie between the Korean Peninsula and Japan.
Chinese Vice Premier to lead delegation to N.Korea Global Times 08 Sep 2023 -- China announced on Thursday that it will send a high-profile delegation led by Chinese Vice Premier Liu Guozhong to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), the second time in less than two months, a rare move which experts believe demonstrates the traditional friendship and support for each other that will inject stability into regional security, at a time when tensions have risen to an unprecedented level.
Proposed Naval Drills Signal Closer Military Cooperation Among Moscow, Beijing, Pyongyang VOA 07 Sep 2023 -- South Korean officials say North Korea has likely been invited to join Russia and China for the first time in trilateral naval exercises that experts see as a response to the newly cemented strategic cooperation among South Korea, Japan and the United States.
Yoon: North Korea's Nuclear Program Is 'Existential Threat' to Indo-Pacific VOA 07 Sep 2023 -- North Korea's nuclear and missile programs pose "an existential threat" to the Indo-Pacific region and a direct threat to regional peace, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said on Thursday during the East Asia Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Chinese delegation led by non-Politburo-member to visit Pyongyang, state media says Radio Free Asia 07 Sep 2023 -- China will send a delegation led by a non-Politburo-member to North Korea to take part in the celebration of the country's founding day later this week, a move that may expose its intricate position amid Pyongyang and Moscow's efforts to strengthen military ties with Beijing.
South Korea names former North Korean diplomat as aide to unification minister Radio Free Asia 06 Sep 2023 -- Seoul has appointed a North Korean defector as its top policy aide on Wednesday, underscoring the Yoon Suk Yeol administration's renewed stance towards a more hardline policy on Pyongyang.
Chinese Party and Government Delegation to Visit DPRK KCNA 07 Sep 2023 -- On the invitation of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea and the government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), a party and government delegation of the People's Republic of China headed by Liu Guozhong, member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and vice-premier of the State Council of China, will visit the DPRK to participate in the celebrations of the 75th birthday of the DPRK. -0-
Kremlin Not Confirming Reports on Meeting Between Putin, North Korean Leader in Russia Sputnik 05 Sep 2023 -- Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov shared Moscow's opinion on key issues of foreign and global policy.
High Appraisal KCNA 05 Sep 2023 -- The respected Comrade Kim Jong Un visited the Pyongyang Cornstarch Factory one day in June Juche 105 (2016).
Session of Permanent Commission of DPRK SPA Standing Committee Held KCNA 05 Sep 2023 -- There took place a session of the Permanent Commission of the Standing Committee of the Supreme People's Assembly (SPA) of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
North Korea publicly executes 9 people for running beef smuggling ring Radio Free Asia 05 Sep 2023 -- A crowd of 25,000 people were forced to gather at the airport in Hyesan, North Korea, and made to watch the day's spectacle: nine people executed by firing squad.
North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un to Meet with Putin in Russia, Report Says VOA 04 Sep 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un plans to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Russia this month to discuss the possibility of supplying weapons against Ukraine, The New York Times reported on Monday, citing U.S. and allied sources.
Russia proposes joint naval drill with China, North Korea Radio Free Asia 04 Sep 2023 -- Russia has formally proposed to China and North Korea for a joint naval drill in July, South Korea's spies said on Monday - a move that could further escalate tensions in East Asia.
South Korea warns the North to stop nukes program or risk regime instability Radio Free Asia 04 Sep 2023 -- South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol has issued a fresh warning to North Korea Monday, urging Pyongyang to halt its nuclear program if it wants to avoid regime instability.
DPRK fires long-range strategic cruise missiles in drill: report People's Daily 04 Sep 2023 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) fired two long-range strategic cruise missiles at dawn on Saturday, in a simulated tactical nuclear attack drill designed to send a warning against another round of U.S.-South Korea joint exercises, the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Sunday.
North Korea says conducted 'simulated tactical nuclear attack' to warn enemies Press TV 03 Sep 2023 -- North Korea says it has conducted a "simulated tactical nuclear attack" with mock atomic warheads to warn the enemies that the country would be prepared in case of a nuclear war.
North Korea Conducts Drill Simulating Tactical Nuclear Attack - State Media Sputnik 03 Sep 2023 -- North Korea conducted a drill with a simulated tactical nuclear strike on September 2 in response to joint military exercise by the US and South Korea, Pyongyang-run news agency reported on Sunday.
Counteraction Drill for Important Purpose Conducted in DPRK KCNA 03 Sep 2023 -- After their adventurous large-scale joint exercises, the enemies staged again a joint guided missile firing and aerial bombing drill involving tens of different fighters for two days from August 31 to continuously escalate tensions and more openly reveal their military confrontation scheme against the DPRK.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Inspects Pukjung Machine Complex and Major Munitions Factory KCNA 03 Sep 2023 -- Kim Jong Un , general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and president of the State Affairs of the DPRK, inspected the Pukjung Machine Complex and a major munitions factory.
Anti-War, Anti-Japan, Anti-Regime Struggle Escalates in Region of S. Korean Puppets KCNA 02 Sep 2023 -- The struggle of people from all walks of life is getting stronger in the whole region of south Korean puppets to oppose the U.S. seeking to provoke a nuclear war and Japan bringing nuclear disaster and to oust traitor Yoon Suk Yeol who has been engrossed in anti-popular rule after becoming a stooge of the U.S. and Japanese masters.
North Korea fires several cruise missiles toward Yellow Sea Press TV 02 Sep 2023 -- North Korea has launched several cruise missiles toward the Yellow Sea, South Korea's military says, amid heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
North Korea Fires Several Cruise Missiles Into Yellow Sea - Reports Sputnik 01 Sep 2023 -- North Korea fired several cruise missiles early Saturday toward the Yellow Sea, South Korean media reported.
US, SKorea, Japan Imposing New Sanctions on NKorea's Nuclear, Missile Programs VOA 01 Sep 2023 -- The United States, South Korea, and Japan are imposing new sanctions on individuals and companies that facilitate North Korea's weapons of mass destruction and ballistic missile programs, following Pyongyang's failed launch of a spy satellite last week - the second attempt this year.
DPRK conducts simulated tactical nuclear strike drill in response to U.S.-S. Korea military exercise People's Daily 01 Sep 2023 -- The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) fired two ballistic missiles Wednesday night in a simulated "tactical nuclear strike drill" in response to a U.S.-South Korea joint military exercise conducted earlier that day involving American strategic bombers, the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Thursday.

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