Korea-North

Country Korea-North
Capital Pyongyang
Continent Asia
Currency North Korean won(KPW)
Languages Korean

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Introduction

An independent kingdom for much of its long history, Korea was occupied by Japan beginning in 1905 following the Russo-Japanese War. Five years later, Japan formally annexed the entire peninsula. Following World War II, Korea was split with the northern half coming under Soviet-sponsored Communist control. After failing in the Korean War (1950-53) to conquer the US-backed Republic of Korea (ROK) in the southern portion by force, North Korea (DPRK), under its founder President KIM Il Sung, adopted a policy of ostensible diplomatic and economic "self-reliance" as a check against outside influence. The DPRK demonized the US as the ultimate threat to its social system through state-funded propaganda, and molded political, economic, and military policies around the core ideological objective of eventual unification of Korea under Pyongyang's control. KIM's son, the current ruler KIM Jong Il, was officially designated as his father's successor in 1980, assuming a growing political and managerial role until the elder KIM's death in 1994. After decades of economic mismanagement and resource misallocation, the DPRK since the mid-1990s has relied heavily on international aid to feed its population. North Korea's history of regional military provocations, proliferation of military-related items, long-range missile development, WMD programs including tests of nuclear devices in 2006 and 2009, and massive conventional armed forces are of major concern to the international community.

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North Korea’s Kim Jong Un warns South Korea, says US should end hostility - Al Jazeera
  1. North Korea’s Kim Jong Un warns South Korea, says US should end hostility  Al Jazeera
  2. North Korea could 'get along' with US, says Kim Jong Un  BBC
  3. Kim Jong Un vows to strengthen nuclear program, watches military parade with daughter  CNN

‘This is India, not North Korea’: Rahul slams PM over action against Youth Congress members - The Hindu‘This is India, not North Korea’: Rahul slams PM over action against Youth Congress members  The Hindu
'This is not North Korea, it is India': Rahul Gandhi targets PM Modi amid row over 'shirtless' protest - The Times of India'This is not North Korea, it is India': Rahul Gandhi targets PM Modi amid row over 'shirtless' protest  The Times of India
'This is India, not North Korea': Rahul slams PM over action against Youth Congress members - Deccan Herald'This is India, not North Korea': Rahul slams PM over action against Youth Congress members  Deccan Herald
North Korean Lazarus Group Now Working With Medusa Ransomware - SECURITY.COMNorth Korean Lazarus Group Now Working With Medusa Ransomware  SECURITY.COM
Prominent Russian scholar of North Korea says he was expelled from Latvia following detention - theweek.inProminent Russian scholar of North Korea says he was expelled from Latvia following detention  theweek.in
Quick Take: Initial Assessment of Key Personnel Changes in North Korea’s 9th Party Congress - 38 NorthQuick Take: Initial Assessment of Key Personnel Changes in North Korea’s 9th Party Congress  38 North
US, South Korean militaries will have joint drills in March as tensions with North Korea escalate - Daily ExcelsiorUS, South Korean militaries will have joint drills in March as tensions with North Korea escalate  Daily Excelsior
Building Bridges: South Korea's Pursuit of Peace with the North - DevdiscourseBuilding Bridges: South Korea's Pursuit of Peace with the North  Devdiscourse
Cuba Joins North Korea and Turkmenistan to Unleash the Toughest 2026 Entry Rules the World Has Ever Seen - Travel And Tour WorldCuba Joins North Korea and Turkmenistan to Unleash the Toughest 2026 Entry Rules the World Has Ever Seen  Travel And Tour World
Can North Korea and the US 'get along' again? Kim says it's possible, but only if Trump recognised Pyongyang as nuclear state - WIONCan North Korea and the US 'get along' again? Kim says it's possible, but only if Trump recognised Pyongyang as nuclear state  WION
Pentagon to reduce its role in deterrence of North Korea - The GuardianPentagon to reduce its role in deterrence of North Korea  The Guardian
South Korean President expresses his commitment to continue efforts to normalise relations with North Korea - News On AIRSouth Korean President expresses his commitment to continue efforts to normalise relations with North Korea  News On AIR
US says ready for talks with North Korea - Anadolu AjansiUS says ready for talks with North Korea  Anadolu Ajansi
North Korea's Kim Jong Un shuns South but says 'could get along' with US - The New Indian ExpressNorth Korea's Kim Jong Un shuns South but says 'could get along' with US  The New Indian Express
North Korea’s Integration of AI Across Cyber, Economic, and Military Domains - Stimson CenterNorth Korea’s Integration of AI Across Cyber, Economic, and Military Domains  Stimson Center
North Korea open to improved ties if US recognises its Nuclear status:Kim Jong Un - Daily ExcelsiorNorth Korea open to improved ties if US recognises its Nuclear status:Kim Jong Un  Daily Excelsior
Seoul to seek peace despite North Korea’s ‘hostility’ at Party Congress: Lee - NK NewsSeoul to seek peace despite North Korea’s ‘hostility’ at Party Congress: Lee  NK News
North Korea's Kim says relations with US depend on US attitude - The Korea TimesNorth Korea's Kim says relations with US depend on US attitude  The Korea Times
Dressed For Succession? Kim Jong Un, Daughter Fuel Speculation With Matching Coats - Barron'sDressed For Succession? Kim Jong Un, Daughter Fuel Speculation With Matching Coats  Barron's
Kim Offers US A Choice: Accept North Korea's Nukes Or Face Endless Standoff - News18Kim Offers US A Choice: Accept North Korea's Nukes Or Face Endless Standoff  News18
South Korea Seeks Peace With North - ChennaionlineSouth Korea Seeks Peace With North  Chennaionline
North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong-un, said his country could engage in “peaceful coexistence ” with the U.S. as long as Washington accepts it as a nuclear-armed state, the North’s official Korean Central News Agency said on Thursday. - facebook.comNorth Korea’s leader, Kim Jong-un, said his country could engage in “peaceful coexistence ” with the U.S. as long as Washington accepts it as a nuclear-armed state, the North’s official Korean Central News Agency said on Thursday.  facebook.com
North Korea's Kim vows more nuclear weapons but opens door for US talks - Business StandardNorth Korea's Kim vows more nuclear weapons but opens door for US talks  Business Standard
'This is India, not North Korea': Rahul slams PM over Youth Congress crackdown - Mid-day'This is India, not North Korea': Rahul slams PM over Youth Congress crackdown  Mid-day
North Korea says willing to 'get along' with US if acknowledged as nuclear power - LinkedInNorth Korea says willing to 'get along' with US if acknowledged as nuclear power  LinkedIn
How Japan Can Break the Deadlock with North Korea - JAPAN ForwardHow Japan Can Break the Deadlock with North Korea  JAPAN Forward
Kim Jong Un warns North Korea could ‘completely destroy’ South in chilling speech - The IndependentKim Jong Un warns North Korea could ‘completely destroy’ South in chilling speech  The Independent
In the years since President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un walked away from nuclear negotiations, Kim’s nuclear ambitions and weapons arsenal have only grown. This week, Kim left room for restarting talks — but only on his own terms. - facebook.comIn the years since President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un walked away from nuclear negotiations, Kim’s nuclear ambitions and weapons arsenal have only grown. This week, Kim left room for restarting talks — but only on his own terms.  facebook.com
North Korea: world’s most secretive nation lands in spotlight at Women’s Asian Cup - The GuardianNorth Korea: world’s most secretive nation lands in spotlight at Women’s Asian Cup  The Guardian
Korea Times reporter flips through Kim Jong-un-centric pages from N. Korea - The Korea TimesKorea Times reporter flips through Kim Jong-un-centric pages from N. Korea  The Korea Times
South Korean President Lee reaffirms commitment to improve ties with North Korea - lokmattimes.comSouth Korean President Lee reaffirms commitment to improve ties with North Korea  lokmattimes.com
Kim Jong Un warns North Korea could ‘completely destroy’ South Korea - Mid-dayKim Jong Un warns North Korea could ‘completely destroy’ South Korea  Mid-day
North Korea’s Kim promises more nuclear weapons as Congress closes with military parade - ????North Korea’s Kim promises more nuclear weapons as Congress closes with military parade  ????
North Korea says willing to 'get along' with US if acknowledged as nuclear power - The Economic TimesNorth Korea says willing to 'get along' with US if acknowledged as nuclear power  The Economic Times
N. Korea eyes Russia’s industrial market - DailyNKN. Korea eyes Russia’s industrial market  DailyNK
North Korea: Ruling party reelects Kim as general secretary - dw.comNorth Korea: Ruling party reelects Kim as general secretary  dw.com
North Korea looking to replicate youth success at Women's Asian Cup - The Standard (HK)North Korea looking to replicate youth success at Women's Asian Cup  The Standard (HK)
Kim Jong Un calls South Korea ‘most hostile enemy,’ says North could ‘completely destroy’ it - New York PostKim Jong Un calls South Korea ‘most hostile enemy,’ says North could ‘completely destroy’ it  New York Post
North Korea's Kim warns of 'terrible' retaliation against hostile military acts at parade - lokmattimes.comNorth Korea's Kim warns of 'terrible' retaliation against hostile military acts at parade  lokmattimes.com
A wealthier North Korea widens Kim Jong-un’s options - East Asia ForumA wealthier North Korea widens Kim Jong-un’s options  East Asia Forum
North Korea’s Lazarus Group targets US, Middle East healthcare sectors - SC MediaNorth Korea’s Lazarus Group targets US, Middle East healthcare sectors  SC Media
North Korea expert Lankov arrested in Latvia, deported to Estonia, resumes lectures - ????North Korea expert Lankov arrested in Latvia, deported to Estonia, resumes lectures  ????
North Korea scales back its latest military parade - CNNNorth Korea scales back its latest military parade  CNN
North Korea's Kim pledges economic push as his sister is elevated at party congress - ReutersNorth Korea's Kim pledges economic push as his sister is elevated at party congress  Reuters
South Korea North Korea Party Congress - The Herald JournalSouth Korea North Korea Party Congress  The Herald Journal
Russian Scholar of North Korea Says He Was Detained and Expelled From Latvia - The Moscow TimesRussian Scholar of North Korea Says He Was Detained and Expelled From Latvia  The Moscow Times
North Korea demands detailed 'explanation' from Seoul over drone incursion - The HinduNorth Korea demands detailed 'explanation' from Seoul over drone incursion  The Hindu
North Korea's Lazarus Group targets healthcare orgs with Medusa ransomware - theregister.comNorth Korea's Lazarus Group targets healthcare orgs with Medusa ransomware  theregister.com
North Korea warns it could destroy South if threatened, but leaves door open for US dialogue - ujyaalonepal.comNorth Korea warns it could destroy South if threatened, but leaves door open for US dialogue  ujyaalonepal.com
North Korea executes teens for watching Squid Game and listening to K-Pop - The Times of IndiaNorth Korea executes teens for watching Squid Game and listening to K-Pop  The Times of India
Seoul pledges cooperation with US amid North Korea engagement signals - Caliber.AzSeoul pledges cooperation with US amid North Korea engagement signals  Caliber.Az
South Korea North Korea Party Congress - Idaho State JournalSouth Korea North Korea Party Congress  Idaho State Journal
February 26: US-South Korea ‘Freedom Shield’ Drill; NK Risk, FTX Rift - MeykaFebruary 26: US-South Korea ‘Freedom Shield’ Drill; NK Risk, FTX Rift  Meyka
North Korea's Kim shuns South but could 'get along' with US - communitynewspapergroup.comNorth Korea's Kim shuns South but could 'get along' with US  communitynewspapergroup.com
North Korea says it’s willing to ‘get along’ with US – but there’s a catch - AOL.comNorth Korea says it’s willing to ‘get along’ with US – but there’s a catch  AOL.com
Kim Jong Un spurns olive branch from 'hostile' South Korea - eNCAKim Jong Un spurns olive branch from 'hostile' South Korea  eNCA
Timing is everything: North Korea’s winter soldiers feel lucky in February - DailyNKTiming is everything: North Korea’s winter soldiers feel lucky in February  DailyNK
North Korea's Kim shuns South but could 'get along' with US - Newsbug.infoNorth Korea's Kim shuns South but could 'get along' with US  Newsbug.info
North Korea’s Kim Yo Jong says no chance of improved ties with the South - Al JazeeraNorth Korea’s Kim Yo Jong says no chance of improved ties with the South  Al Jazeera
North Korea warns it could destroy South if threatened, but leaves door open for U.S. dialogue - CTV NewsNorth Korea warns it could destroy South if threatened, but leaves door open for U.S. dialogue  CTV News
Kim lauds North Korea's economy and regional standing as major party meeting opens - NBC NewsKim lauds North Korea's economy and regional standing as major party meeting opens  NBC News
South Korea North Korea Party Congress - Goshen NewsSouth Korea North Korea Party Congress  Goshen News
North Korea drone flight suspect attends arrest warrant hearing - Korea JoongAng DailyNorth Korea drone flight suspect attends arrest warrant hearing  Korea JoongAng Daily
Rubio Signals US Openness To Dialogue With N. Korea - BernamaRubio Signals US Openness To Dialogue With N. Korea  Bernama
Kim leaves door open to U.S. ties as North Korea vows nuclear buildup - Yahoo News CanadaKim leaves door open to U.S. ties as North Korea vows nuclear buildup  Yahoo News Canada
UAV Operator Arrested on Treason Charges Over North Korea Flights - ????UAV Operator Arrested on Treason Charges Over North Korea Flights  ????
Kim Jong Un calls South Korea ‘most hostile enemy,’ says North could ‘completely destroy’ it - Fox NewsKim Jong Un calls South Korea ‘most hostile enemy,’ says North could ‘completely destroy’ it  Fox News
NK leader leaves room for US engagement, rebuffs Seoul’s overtures - Inquirer.netNK leader leaves room for US engagement, rebuffs Seoul’s overtures  Inquirer.net
South Korean president calls for reduced hostility with North Korea - Peoples Gazette NigeriaSouth Korean president calls for reduced hostility with North Korea  Peoples Gazette Nigeria
World Report 2026: North Korea - Human Rights WatchWorld Report 2026: North Korea  Human Rights Watch
North Korea warns it could destroy South if threatened, but leaves door open for US dialogue - chronicleonline.comNorth Korea warns it could destroy South if threatened, but leaves door open for US dialogue  chronicleonline.com
| Kyabram Free Press - Kyabram Free Press| Kyabram Free Press  Kyabram Free Press
Russian Ambassador Praises North Korea Over Black Tea - ????Russian Ambassador Praises North Korea Over Black Tea  ????
North Korea warns it could destroy South if threatened, but leaves door open for US dialogue - Plainview HeraldNorth Korea warns it could destroy South if threatened, but leaves door open for US dialogue  Plainview Herald
South Korea says civilians sent drones to North Korea four times, harming ties - The Japan TimesSouth Korea says civilians sent drones to North Korea four times, harming ties  The Japan Times
North Korea’s Kim to outline plans to boost nuclear arsenal - Al JazeeraNorth Korea’s Kim to outline plans to boost nuclear arsenal  Al Jazeera
US, South Korea to hold spring drills on countering North Korea from March 9 - NK NewsUS, South Korea to hold spring drills on countering North Korea from March 9  NK News
North, South Korea in 'very dangerous' standoff: Yonhap quotes President Lee saying - The HinduNorth, South Korea in 'very dangerous' standoff: Yonhap quotes President Lee saying  The Hindu
N. Korea market prices surge in February - DailyNKN. Korea market prices surge in February  DailyNK
N Korea’s Kim hails ‘ever-victorious’ army’s role in war against Ukraine - Al JazeeraN Korea’s Kim hails ‘ever-victorious’ army’s role in war against Ukraine  Al Jazeera
North Korea Expert Lankov Deported by Latvia Before Scheduled Lecture - ????North Korea Expert Lankov Deported by Latvia Before Scheduled Lecture  ????
North Korea's Kim Jong Un says new military goals to be set at party congress - NBC NewsNorth Korea's Kim Jong Un says new military goals to be set at party congress  NBC News
US and South Korean militaries will have joint drills in March as tensions with North Korea escalate - AP NewsUS and South Korean militaries will have joint drills in March as tensions with North Korea escalate  AP News
Kim Jong Un warns North Korea could ‘completely destroy’ South in chilling speech - AOL.co.ukKim Jong Un warns North Korea could ‘completely destroy’ South in chilling speech  AOL.co.uk
Kim Jong-un vows no ties with Seoul but leaves door open to US talks - Yahoo News CanadaKim Jong-un vows no ties with Seoul but leaves door open to US talks  Yahoo News Canada
North Korean Hackers Using Medusa Ransomware in Attacks on U.S. Healthcare Sector - The HIPAA JournalNorth Korean Hackers Using Medusa Ransomware in Attacks on U.S. Healthcare Sector  The HIPAA Journal
North Korea warns it could destroy South if threatened, but leaves door open for US dialogue - CityNews KitchenerNorth Korea warns it could destroy South if threatened, but leaves door open for US dialogue  CityNews Kitchener
North Korea opens major party congress with Kim emphasizing economy - The Washington PostNorth Korea opens major party congress with Kim emphasizing economy  The Washington Post
North Korea’s Kim says relations with US depend on US attitude - WHTCNorth Korea’s Kim says relations with US depend on US attitude  WHTC
President Lee Jae Myung Stresses Sustained Efforts for Inter-Korean Relations - ????President Lee Jae Myung Stresses Sustained Efforts for Inter-Korean Relations  ????
North Korean Lazarus group linked to Medusa ransomware attacks - BleepingComputerNorth Korean Lazarus group linked to Medusa ransomware attacks  BleepingComputer
North Korea warns it could destroy South if threatened - Manila BulletinNorth Korea warns it could destroy South if threatened  Manila Bulletin
North Korea: teenagers ‘executed for watching Squid Game’ as regime wages war on K-Drama and K-Pop - Amnesty International UKNorth Korea: teenagers ‘executed for watching Squid Game’ as regime wages war on K-Drama and K-Pop  Amnesty International UK
North Korea could ‘get along’ with US, says Kim Jong Un - MyJoyOnlineNorth Korea could ‘get along’ with US, says Kim Jong Un  MyJoyOnline
Kim reelected to top post of North Korea’s ruling party as it hails his nuclear buildup - AP NewsKim reelected to top post of North Korea’s ruling party as it hails his nuclear buildup  AP News
Kim lauds North Korea’s economy and regional standing as major party meeting opens - AP NewsKim lauds North Korea’s economy and regional standing as major party meeting opens  AP News
Kim Jong Un warns North Korea could 'completely destroy' South if threatened - Manx RadioKim Jong Un warns North Korea could 'completely destroy' South if threatened  Manx Radio
Reopening Old Doors: North Korea’s Diplomatic Comeback - orfonline.orgReopening Old Doors: North Korea’s Diplomatic Comeback  orfonline.org
North Korea’s Two Koreas Policy and Prospects of Inter-Korean Relations - East-West CenterNorth Korea’s Two Koreas Policy and Prospects of Inter-Korean Relations  East-West Center
North Korea: Unrelenting Repression, Hunger, Inequality - Human Rights WatchNorth Korea: Unrelenting Repression, Hunger, Inequality  Human Rights Watch
North Korea appears to give veiled response to human rights lawsuit in Japan - NK NewsNorth Korea appears to give veiled response to human rights lawsuit in Japan  NK News