November 2023 - North Korea Special Weapons News

North Korea bars contact between soldiers and civilians Radio Free Asia 30 Nov 2023 -- North Korea is barring even casual contact between soldiers and civilians, apparently to keep soldiers from smuggling military goods to the public, residents in the country told Radio Free Asia.
Designating Supporters of DPRK Weapons Programs Together with Allies US Dept. of State 30 Nov 2023 -- The United States today designated eight nationals of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) who are located in the Russian Federation, the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and elsewhere, as well as one entity in the DPRK in response to the DPRK's unlawful November 21 launch of a claimed military spy satellite.
Treasury Targets DPRK's International Agents and Illicit Cyber Intrusion Group US Treasury 30 Nov 2023 -- Today, in coordination with foreign partners, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned eight foreign-based Democratic People's Republic of Korea's (DPRK) agents that facilitate sanctions evasion, including revenue generation and missile-related technology procurement that support the DPRK's weapons of mass destruction (WMD) programs. Additionally, OFAC sanctioned cyber espionage group Kimsuky for gathering intelligence to support the DPRK's strategic objectives.
NATA Pyongyang General Control Center Reports on Satellite Photos Taken on Nov. 29 to Party Central Committee KCNA 30 Nov 2023 -- The Pyongyang General Control Center of the National Aerospace Technology Administration (NATA) submitted to the respected Comrade Kim Jong Un a report on pilot satellite photos taken by the reconnaissance satellite on Nov. 29 and its fine-tuning process.
Statement by Kim Yo Jong, Vice Department Director of C.C., WPK KCNA 30 Nov 2023 -- Kim Yo Jong, vice department director of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, released the following statement on Wednesday:
Kim Jong Un's sister hints nuke weapons are non-negotiable Radio Free Asia 29 Nov 2023 -- Kim Jong Un's influential sister ramped up Pyongyang's pressure campaign against the United States, indicating that she would not put the country's nuclear weapons in negotiations with Washington.
Special Representative for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) Kim's Video Conference with People's Republic of China (PRC) Special Representative on Korean Peninsula Affairs Liu US Dept. of State 29 Nov 2023 -- Special Representative for the DPRK Sung Kim held a videoconference on October 30 with PRC Special Representative on Korean Peninsula Affairs Liu Xiaoming to discuss the DPRK's increasingly destabilizing and escalatory behavior, DPRK military cooperation with Russia, and recent reports of the repatriation of DPRK nationals by the PRC.
N Korea closes diplomatic missions in Bangladesh, DR Congo: reports Radio Free Asia 29 Nov 2023 -- In a further shutdown of diplomatic missions, North Korea has been closing down its embassies in Bangladesh and the Democratic Republic of Congo, media reports showed.
Kim Jong Un's daughter has a new lofty title Radio Free Asia 29 Nov 2023 -- The daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has received a new official title - "Morning Star of Korea" - that seemingly casts her as heir apparent to succeed her father, residents in the country told Radio Free Asia.
Sanctioning Virtual Currency Mixer that Facilitated DPRK Laundering of Stolen Funds US Dept. of State 29 Nov 2023 -- The United States is sanctioning virtual currency mixer Sinbad.io (Sinbad) today for its role in processing millions of dollars' worth of virtual currency stolen by the U.S.-designated Lazarus Group, a state-sponsored malicious cyber actor group of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
Treasury Sanctions Mixer Used by the DPRK to Launder Stolen Virtual Currency US Treasury 29 Nov 2023 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned Sinbad.io (Sinbad), a virtual currency mixer that serves as a key money-laundering tool of the OFAC-designated Lazarus Group, a state-sponsored cyber hacking group of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). Sinbad has processed millions of dollars' worth of virtual currency from Lazarus Group heists, including the Horizon Bridge and Axie Infinity heists. Sinbad is also used by cybercriminals to obfuscate transactions linked to malign activities such as sanctions evasion, drug trafficking, the purchase of child sexual abuse materials, and additional illicit sales on darknet marketplaces.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Receives Report on Operational Preparation of Reconnaissance Satellite from NATA Pyongyang General Control Center KCNA 28 Nov 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, received a report on the preparatory work for the operation of reconnaissance satellite done between Nov. 25 and 28 from the Pyongyang General Control Center of the National Aerospace Technology Administration (NATA) on Monday morning and early Tuesday morning.
Report on Returns of Election for Deputies to Regional People's Assemblies in DPRK KCNA 28 Nov 2023 -- The Central Election Guidance Committee for the elections of deputies to provincial (municipal), city (district) and county people's assemblies of the DPRK on Monday released the report on the election returns.
Press Statement of Vice-Minister for Int'l Organizations of DPRK Foreign Ministry KCNA 27 Nov 2023 -- Kim Son Gyong, vice-minister for International Organizations of the Foreign Ministry of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), issued the following press statement on Monday:
N Korea claims new satellite took photos of White House, Pentagon Radio Free Asia 27 Nov 2023 -- North Korea has intensified its pressure campaign towards the United States, claiming that its illegal satellite, which breached a United Nations Security Council resolution, successfully captured images of significant U.S. locations, including the White House.
North Korea Launches Satellite to Keep Up With US Military Moves - UN Envoy Sputnik 27 Nov 2023 -- North Korea launched its reconnaissance satellite in order to get a clear picture of the US military maneuvers in the region and prepare accordingly, the country's Ambassador to the United Nations Kim Song said on Monday.
The UK urges the DPRK to cease missile launches and take steps towards peace: UK statement at the UN Security Council UK FCDO 27 Nov 2023 -- Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on North Korea.
DPR Korea: Military satellites, 'serious risk' to civil aviation and shipping UN News 27 Nov 2023 -- The recent launch of a reconnaissance satellite by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), presents a 'serious risk' to international civil aviation and shipping, the Security Council heard on Monday.
US: North Korea Trying to Advance Nuclear Program With Satellite Launch VOA 27 Nov 2023 -- The United States accused North Korea on Monday of using the prohibited launch of a military spy satellite to try to advance its nuclear weapons program, a charge Pyongyang denied.
Elections of Deputies to Regional People's Assemblies in DPRK KCNA 27 Nov 2023 -- Elections of deputies to provincial (municipal), city (district) and county people's assemblies took place in the DPRK on Sunday.
Senior Party and Government Officials of DPRK Go to Polls KCNA 27 Nov 2023 -- Senior party and government officials went to the polls in different parts of the DPRK on Sunday and participated in the election of deputies to provincial (municipal), city (district) and county people's assemblies, together with voters.
Election Finishes in DPRK KCNA 27 Nov 2023 -- Amid growing political enthusiasm of all the people across the country to firmly consolidate the people's power and give fuller play to the advantages of Korean-style socialism, the election of deputies to provincial (municipal), city (district) and county people's assemblies was successfully held in the DPRK on Sunday.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Votes in Election of Deputies KCNA 27 Nov 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, attended in the election of deputies to the provincial, city and county people's assemblies at the polling booth for the sub-constituency No. 26 of the constituency No. 55 in South Hamgyong Province on November 26.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Gives Field Guidance to Ryongsong Machine Complex KCNA 27 Nov 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, gave field guidance to the Ryongsong Machine Complex on Sunday.
N Korea restores armed guard posts along border with the South Radio Free Asia 26 Nov 2023 -- North Korea is reestablishing its Guard Posts (GPs) equipped with weapons along its border with South Korea - a move seen as part of Pyongyang's ongoing pressure campaign against Seoul and potentially sets the stage for future provocative activities at the frontline between the two states.
Newspapers on Significance of Regional People's Assembly Deputy Elections KCNA 26 Nov 2023 -- Leading newspapers of the DPRK dedicate editorials to the day of the elections of deputies to the regional people's assemblies on Sunday.
Election of Deputies to Regional People's Assemblies Begins in DPRK KCNA 26 Nov 2023 -- The election of deputies to the provincial (municipal), city (district) and county people's assemblies is taking place in the DPRK. The election serves as an important occasion for making stronger the popular character of the country in which the people strongly support their power by themselves.
North Korea's Kim inspects new photos of 'major target areas' taken by spy satellite Press TV 25 Nov 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has inspected new photos of "major target areas" taken by Pyongyang's spy satellite, the state media says.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Visits Pyongyang General Control Center of NATA to Learn About Operational Preparation of Reconnaissance Satellite KCNA 25 Nov 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 the Pyongyang General Control Center of the National Aerospace Technology Administration (NATA) on November 24 to learn about the operational preparation of the reconnaissance satellite and watched the aerospace photos of Friday.
Preparations for Election of Deputies to Regional People's Assemblies Completed in DPRK KCNA 24 Nov 2023 -- Preparations for the forthcoming election of deputies to provincial (municipal), city (district) and county people's assemblies have been mainly finished in the DPRK.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Has Photo Session with Those Who Contributed to Launch of Reconnaissance Satellite KCNA 24 Nov 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 Thursday had a photo session with the scientists, technicians and officials of the National Aerospace Technology Administration (NATA) who made great contributions to making combat-readiness of the DPRK armed forces and strengthening the self-defense capacity through the successful launch of reconnaissance satellite.
Reception Given to Celebrate Successful Launch of Reconnaissance Satellite KCNA 24 Nov 2023 -- The DPRK government hosted a reception at the Mokran House in celebration of the successful launch of the reconnaissance satellite "Malligyong-1" on Nov. 23, at a time when the whole country is in a festive mood with great pride of having a great event to be notably recorded in the history of building the ever-victorious revolutionary armed forces of Juche.
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Has Photo Session with Members of Non-permanent Preparatory Committee for Launching Satellites KCNA 24 Nov 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, met and had a photo session with members of the non-permanent preparatory committee for launching satellites who led the launch of the first reconnaissance satellite on Nov. 23.
Secretary Blinken's Call with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Park and Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa US Dept. of State 24 Nov 2023
North Korea missile launch on 22 November: FCDO statement UK FCDO 24 Nov 2023 -- Following North Korea's ballistic missile launch on 22 November, a Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) spokesperson gave a statement.
Why a 'Historic' Inter-Korean Military Pact Broke Down VOA 24 Nov 2023 -- A 2018 military agreement, once hailed as a historic attempt to reduce tensions between North and South Korea, appeared to reach its demise this week, after both countries announced measures to step away from the pact.
S Korea, Japan, China FMs to discuss trilateral summit, N Korea Radio Free Asia 23 Nov 2023 -- South Korea, Japan, and China are set to convene their first foreign ministers' meeting in four years in the South Korean port city of Busan on Sunday, where the major geopolitical players in Asia will address a comprehensive array of topics, including both economic and security issues.
DPRK/North Korea: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the satellite launch EC/CEU 23 Nov 2023 -- The European Union strongly condemns the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's (DPRK) launch of a military satellite using ballistic missile technology on 21 November.
North Korea suspends military deal with South, strengthens border with forces, weapons Press TV 23 Nov 2023 -- North Korea says it has suspended a military accord with neighboring South Korea, restoring troops and weapons at the common border.
N Korea sends rocket data to Russia for advice: spy agency Radio Free Asia 23 Nov 2023 -- Russia has likely offered North Korea technological advice for its latest illegal satellite launch, the South's spy agency said Thursday, weighing in on weeks of speculation of Moscow's backing that could expedite Pyongyang's efforts to complete its surveillance system by 2025.
Statement by DPRK Ministry of National Defence KCNA 23 Nov 2023 -- The following is the full text of "Those of the 'Republic of Korea' can never evade the responsibility for scrapping the north-south military agreement and must pay dearly for it", a statement made public by the Ministry of National Defence of the DPRK on November 23:
State Media: Newly Launched North Korean Satellite Snaps Photos of US Base in Guam VOA 22 Nov 2023 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected overhead images of U.S. military facilities in Guam, state media reported Wednesday, hours after claiming the successful launch of his country's first military spy satellite.
N Korea scraps military deal with South, vows to deploy weapons to border Radio Free Asia 22 Nov 2023 -- North Korea has escalated its pressure campaign against Seoul, declaring its immediate and complete withdrawal from the military agreement designed to reduce hostilities between the two nations. It also pledged to deploy its latest weaponry along the border with South Korea.
North Korean Ballistic Missile Launch on Wednesday Night Likely Failed - Reports Sputnik 22 Nov 2023 -- North Korea launched a ballistic missile toward the Sea of Japan on Wednesday night, South Korea's Yonhap news agency reported.
G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on the Launch Using Ballistic Missile Technology by North Korea US Dept. of State 22 Nov 2023 -- The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union.
Statement by the NATO Secretary General on the satellite launch by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea NATO 22 Nov 2023
DPRK NATA's Report on Successful Launch of Reconnaissance Satellite KCNA 22 Nov 2023 -- The National Aerospace Technology Administration (NATA) of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea successfully launched the new-type carrier rocket "Chollima-1" loaded with the reconnaissance satellite "Malligyong-1" at the Sohae Satellite Launching Ground in Cholsan County, North Phyongan Province, at 22:42:28 on November 21, Juche 112 (2023).
South Korean Top Brass Says North Korea Launched Military Spy Satellite Southward Sputnik 21 Nov 2023 -- North Korea has carried out the previously announced launch of a military reconnaissance satellite, the South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said on Tuesday.
North Korea Says Spy Satellite Successfully Launched VOA 21 Nov 2023 -- North Korea said it successfully placed its first spy satellite into orbit late Tuesday and vowed to launch several more in a "short span of time."
Space Militarization Can Never Be Justified: DPRK Researcher KCNA 21 Nov 2023 -- Ri Song Jin, a researcher of the National Aerospace Technology Administration of the DPRK, on Tuesday released the following commentary titled "Any space militarization move aimed at preemptive strike can be justified with nothing":
S Korea suspends inter-Korean military deal, resumes surveillance Radio Free Asia 21 Nov 2023 -- South Korea has suspended a landmark military agreement with the North to resume surveillance activities near the border between the two states, a countermeasure to Pyongyang's illegal satellite launch that violated the United Nations Security Council resolution.
Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's Space Launch The White House 21 Nov 2023
Readout of Assistant Secretary of Defense Ely Ratner's Calls With Republic of Korea and Japan DoD 21 Nov 2023 -- U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Ely Ratner spoke today in separate calls with Republic of Korea (ROK) Deputy Minister for National Defense Policy Heo Taekeun and with Japan Director-General for Defense Policy Kano Koji.
North Korea conducts rocket launch as US carrier docks in Bosan: Seoul Press TV 21 Nov 2023 -- South Korea says the North conducted a rocket launch on Tuesday, on the same day a US carrier strike group docked in the South's largest port.
N Korea launches satellite despite international warnings Radio Free Asia 21 Nov 2023 -- North Korea said Tuesday it "accurately" launched a spy satellite into orbit, drawing a strong rebuke from the United States, which called the launch a threat to "stability and prosperity on the Korean peninsula."
UK and Republic of Korea to enforce sanctions against North Korea through joint sea patrols UK FCDO 21 Nov 2023 -- A new Accord signed between the UK and Republic of Korea will strengthen our joint ability to enforce sanctions against North Korea.
Choe Ryong Hae Inspects Preparations for Election of Deputies to Local People's Assemblies of DPRK KCNA 21 Nov 2023 -- Choe Ryong Hae, member of the Presidium of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, first vice-president of the State Affairs Commission of the DPRK and chairman of the Standing Committee of the Supreme People's Assembly, went to various polling booths in Pyongyang Municipality to learn about the preparations for the election of deputies to local people's assemblies.
N Korea set to proceed with satellite launch soon: S Korea military Radio Free Asia 20 Nov 2023 -- South Korea's military authorities said on Monday they have detected new activities from North Korea, which appears to be a preliminary sign for its satellite launch. The authorities did not disclose specific details, but asserted that Seoul would respond to any new developments that could pose a threat to regional security.
S Korea Urges DPRK to Stop Preparations for Satellite Launch Sputnik 20 Nov 2023 -- The South Korean military on Monday urged North Korea to immediately stop preparations for another reconnaissance satellite launch attempt, vowing to take "necessary measures" to protect the South Korean people if the call is ignored.
North Korea cracks down on unregistered laptops and tablets Radio Free Asia 20 Nov 2023 -- North Korean authorities are cracking down on people who use unregistered laptops and tablets to keep them from watching foreign "anti-socialist" videos, residents in the country told Radio Free Asia.
DPRK Slams U.S. Risky Weapon Sale KCNA 20 Nov 2023 -- A vice general director of the General Armaments Bureau of the Ministry of National Defence of the DPRK gave the following answer to a question raised by KCNA on Monday over the fact that the U.S. decided to sell the latest weapons to Japan and the south Korean puppets in a more undisguised way:
Candidates for Deputies to Local People's Assemblies Registered KCNA 20 Nov 2023 -- Candidates were registered by the constituency committees for the election of deputies to provincial (municipal), city (district) and county people's assemblies in the DPRK.
Russian soldier in Ukraine discusses North Korean weapons in video Radio Free Asia 17 Nov 2023 -- Video of a Russian soldier in Ukraine talking about ammunition supplied by North Korea surfaced on social media this week, apparently debunking denials by Pyongyang and Moscow that the isolated East Asian country is supplying weapons for the war there.
HMAS Toowoomba supports sanctions on North Korea Australia DOD 17 Nov 2023 -- The crew of HMAS Toowoomba have supported United Nations Security Council sanctions against North Korea during a regional presence deployment.
UNC Members Reaffirm Defense of South Korea, China Remains Opposed VOA 17 Nov 2023 -- Seventeen nations have reiterated their commitment to help defend South Korea against any attack from its northern neighbor, eliciting an angry response from China.
Rodong Sinmun Denounces Criminal Nature of U.S. Espionage KCNA 17 Nov 2023 -- The MQ-9 unmanned reconnaissance plane unit of the U.S. forces, stationed in the "Self-Defense Forces" base in Kanoya, Kagoshima Prefecture of Japan, was redeployed in the U.S. military base in Kadena of Okinawa to start its formal operation.
Rodong Sinmun on Advantageous Election System of DPRK KCNA 17 Nov 2023 -- The main mission of the election system in the DPRK is to thoroughly defend and realize the independent demand and interests of the popular masses, says Rodong Sinmun Friday in an article.
Russian Government Delegation Leaves Here KCNA 17 Nov 2023 -- The Russian government delegation led by Alexandr Kozlov, minister of Natural Resources and Ecology, left here on Nov. 16. It took part in the 10th meeting of the Committee for Cooperation in Trade, Economy, Science and Technology between the governments of the DPRK and the Russian Federation.
Press Statement of Spokesman for DPRK Ministry of National Defence KCNA 16 Nov 2023 -- A spokesman for the Ministry of National Defence of the DPRK released the following press statement "Peace and security in the Korean peninsula region will be firmly guaranteed by our revolutionary armed forces" on November 16:
Talks between Chairmen of DPRK-Russia Inter-governmental Committee KCNA 16 Nov 2023 -- Talks between Yun Jong Ho, minister of External Economic Relations who is chairman of the DPRK side to the DPRK-Russia inter-governmental committee for cooperation in trade, economy, science and technology, and Alexandr Kozlov, minister of Natural Resources and Ecology who is chairman of the Russian side, took place at the Mansudae Assembly Hall here on Wednesday.
10th Meeting of DPRK-Russia Inter-governmental Committee Held KCNA 16 Nov 2023 -- The 10th meeting of the DPRK-Russia inter-governmental committee for cooperation in trade, economy, science and technology took place at the People's Palace of Culture here on Wednesday.
N Korea, Russia strengthen key sector ties, risk UN sanctions breach Radio Free Asia 15 Nov 2023 -- North Korea and Russia agreed to further boost their cooperation in various sectors, including the economy, science, and technology - a development that could create potential loopholes in the United Nations sanctions aimed at curbing Pyongyang's nuclear program.
Hymn to Kim Jong Un becomes official song at state events Radio Free Asia 15 Nov 2023 -- "Our general is the wisest of 10 million. Our general cultivates the best paradise with the power of love for our everlasting happiness. His name is General Kim Jong Un!"
North Korea Develops, Test-Fires New IRBM Solid-Fuel Engines - State Media Sputnik 15 Nov 2023 -- North Korea has developed and test-fired new-type high-thrust solid-fuel engines for intermediate-range ballistic missiles, North Korean state-run news agency KCNA reported Wednesday.
Inter-sector Talks between Governments of DPRK and Russia Held KCNA 15 Nov 2023 -- Inter-sector talks between the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and the Russian Federation for the 10th meeting of the Committee for Cooperation in Trade, Economy, Science and Technology are being held.
Russian Government Delegation Here KCNA 15 Nov 2023 -- A Russian government delegation arrived here on Tuesday to take part in the 10th meeting of the Committee for Cooperation in Trade, Economy, Science and Technology between the governments of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and the Russian Federation.
New IRBM Solid-fuel Engine Test Conducted in DPRK KCNA 15 Nov 2023 -- At a time when the dynamic struggle is being accelerated to bolster up the country's defence capabilities in every way, the missile industry of the DPRK has developed new-type high-thrust solid-fuel engines for intermediate-range ballistic missile again, which are of important strategic significance, and successfully conducted the first ground jet tests of the first-stage engine and the second-stage engine on November 11 and 14 respectively.
North Korea Blasts G7 Bloc as Cold War Relic That 'Should Be Dismantled Immediately' Sputnik 14 Nov 2023 -- The comments come in the wake of last week's G7 foreign ministers' statement "strongly condemning" the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's nuclear and missile programs, and demanding the "complete denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula." Pyongyang has rejected such demands, citing the threat posed to the region by the US and its allies.
N Korea slams G7, signals nuclear program to continue Radio Free Asia 13 Nov 2023 -- North Korea lambasted the G7 for denouncing its nuclear weapons development, in a sign that demonstrates not only its intent to persist with the nuke program, but also preparation for impending military provocations.
G7's Hostile Remarks Censured by Department Director General of DPRK Foreign Ministry KCNA 14 Nov 2023 -- Jo Chol Su, director general of the Department of International Organizations of the DPRK Foreign Ministry, answered the question put by KCNA on Monday as regards the fact that G7 foreign ministers pulled up the DPRK in their recent "joint statement".
Press Release of IDP of DPRK Foreign Ministry KCNA 13 Nov 2023 -- The Institute for Disarmament and Peace (IDP) of the DPRK Foreign Ministry on Monday issued the following press release "The dissolution of 'UN Command' is an essential requirement for preventing the outbreak of a new war and defending peace and security in the Korean peninsula":
United States-Japan-Republic of Korea Trilateral Ministerial Meeting Unilateral Press Statement DoD 12 Nov 2023 -- U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, Republic of Korea (ROK) Minister of National Defense Shin Wonsik, and Japanese Minister of Defense Kihara Minoru convened a Trilateral Ministerial Meeting on November 12, 2023.
Permanent Commission Session of DPRK SPA Standing Committee Held KCNA 12 Nov 2023 -- 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 was held.
North Korea slams Blinken's 'provocative' comments on Pyongyang-Moscow ties Press TV 11 Nov 2023 -- North Korea has slammed US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's hostile comments on Pyongyang's ties with Moscow, saying the remarks were "irresponsible and provocative."
Spokesperson for DPRK Foreign Ministry Issues Press Statement KCNA 11 Nov 2023 -- A spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the DPRK released the following press statement on Saturday:
Blinken Slams 'Growing, Dangerous' Russia-North Korea Military Ties VOA 09 Nov 2023 -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken condemned what he said was the "growing and dangerous" military cooperation between North Korea and Russia, following reports that Pyongyang is supplying weapons for Moscow's war in Ukraine.
For the first time since 1948, North Koreans given a choice in an election Radio Free Asia 08 Nov 2023 -- For the first time since the country's founding in 1948, North Koreans were given a choice between two candidates in an election, residents told Radio Free Asia, puzzling people accustomed to simply voting for the single, party-approved candidate.
N Korea issues military threats after Seoul overturns leaflet ban Radio Free Asia 08 Nov 2023 -- North Korea has issued military threats in response to South Korea's ruling that the law barring the dissemination of anti-Pyongyang leaflets into the North was unconstitutional. It's the first time Pyongyang has made threats since Seoul's decision.
Fifth United States-Republic of Korea Working Group Meeting on Democratic People's Republic of Korea Cyber Threats US Dept. of State 07 Nov 2023 -- On November 6 and 7, the United States hosted the Fifth U.S.-Republic of Korea (ROK) Working Group to counter cyber threats posed by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
Former Hamas official says North Korea could attack US over Gaza war Radio Free Asia 07 Nov 2023 -- North Korea is part of a coalition of countries allied with Hamas and could attack the United States over the war in Gaza, a senior Hamas official said, praising Kim Jong Un as the "only one" capable of carrying out such a strike.
Session of Permanent Commission of DPRK SPA Standing Committee Held KCNA 05 Nov 2023 -- A session of the Permanent Commission of the Standing Committee of the Supreme People's Assembly (SPA) of the DPRK was held.
North Korea Closes 4 Diplomatic Missions, Suggesting Economic Woes VOA 03 Nov 2023 -- North Korea has decided to close diplomatic missions in at least four locations across the globe, a significant diplomatic shift that some observers say may indicate severe economic challenges.
DPRK/Russia: Statement by the Spokesperson on arms transfers and military cooperation EEAS 03 Nov 2023 -- The EU is deeply concerned by reports about arms transfers and military cooperation between the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and the Russian Federation for the use in Russia's illegal, unprovoked and unjustified war of aggression against Ukraine.
DPRK's Military Action Will Continue: Military Commentator KCNA 03 Nov 2023 -- A military commentator of the DPRK issued the following article "We will continue military action to bolster up the deterrence and ensure the strategic security in the Korean peninsula and the region" on Friday:
N Korea issues nuclear threat over US-S Korea space alliance Radio Free Asia 02 Nov 2023 -- North Korea issued a renewed threat to use nuclear weapons against the United States, calling the security collaboration between Washington and Seoul the actions of "war maniacs."
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Receives Reply Message from President Xi Jinping KCNA 02 Nov 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 (DPRK), received a reply message from Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and president of the People's Republic of China (PRC), on Oct. 28.
N Korea has shipped 1 million shells to Russia: S Korea intel Radio Free Asia 01 Nov 2023 -- Russia has received more than 1 million artillery shells from North Korea since early August and is also likely helping Pyongyang with technology for its next attempted satellite launch, South Korea's spy agency said Wednesday.

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