Alicia Alamillos is a journalist and fixer based in Madrid, Spain. Former Middle East correspondent for ABC newspaper, based in Cairo, Egypt. Former Subsaharan Africa correspondent and editor for EFE News Agency based in Nairobi, Kenya. With experience working for print, online and radio. Breaking ...

The Penultimate Red Line: What Role Can North Koreans Fighting for Russia Play?

28 Oct 2024  |  www.elconfidencial.com  |  Spanish  |  North Korea's Involvement

North Korea has sent thousands of elite troops to support Russia in its ongoing conflict with Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in the war. This move has geopolitical implications, as it strengthens the alliance between Moscow, Pyongyang, and Tehran against the West. The deployment of North Korean soldiers, known as 'Storm Corps,' is seen as a pragmatic solution to Russia's recruitment challenges, allowing Russian forces to focus on strategic objectives. The involvement of North Korean troops has raised concerns in South Korea, prompting discussions about potentially providing defensive and offensive weapons to Ukraine. The situation highlights the complex dynamics of international alliances and the evolving nature of the conflict in Ukraine.

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Mark Andrews is a journalist based in Shanghai, China.

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Mark Andrews: Never mind Netflix, North Korean TV is on the way

16 Mar 2024  |  www.expressandstar.com  |  English  |  North Korea

The article humorously discusses the potential appeal of North Korean TV shows, highlighting their unique and propagandistic nature. It also critiques the UK Government's Extremism Bill, expressing concerns about government overreach and the potential misuse of such legislation. The author emphasizes the importance of freedom of expression and criticizes the government's inability to prevent disruptive protests by groups like Just Stop Oil.

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Steven Borowiec is a journalist and broadcaster based in Seoul, South Korea. He has written for the Guardian, Time, the Wall Street Journal, on other top notch media outlets. He has appeared as a commentator on radio and television networks including NPR, BBC and CBC.

South Korea calls out North's silence on Yoon's unification vision

22 Aug 2024  |  asia.nikkei.com  |  English  |  North Korea tensions

South Korea's Minister of Unification, Kim Yung-ho, urged North Korea to engage in working-level talks following President Yoon Suk Yeol's proposal for unification. The proposal, part of a doctrine outlined by Yoon, aims to establish a new dialogue channel between the two Koreas. North Korea has yet to respond to this initiative, which was announced during a speech commemorating the end of Japan's colonial rule over the Korean Peninsula.

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North Korea Boasts of Missile Success

15 Jan 2024  |  www.newsweek.com  |  English  |  North Korea Missile Test

North Korea successfully tested a solid-fuel ballistic missile with a hypersonic warhead, marking its first missile launch of the year. The test, conducted by the General Missile Bureau, aimed to verify the missile's capabilities and did not affect regional security. Tensions between North and South Korea have escalated, with North Korea withdrawing from a military agreement and Kim Jong-un declaring South Korea an enemy. Relations between the two Koreas are at their lowest in decades, following North Korea's shift in strategy and increased military activities.

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Anna Conkling is a freelance journalist from New York. Her work focuses on current events, climate change, the war in Ukraine, and pop culture.

North Korean flag drives fear through Ukraine’s exhausted front-line troops

24 Oct 2024  |  The Telegraph  |  English  |  North Korea's involvement

The presence of a North Korean flag alongside the Russian tricolour in eastern Ukraine has sparked fears among Ukrainian troops of potential North Korean military involvement. Reports suggest North Korean soldiers may be aiding Russia, although confirmation is lacking. The US has verified the presence of North Korean troops in Russia, with numbers expected to increase. The situation in Pokrovsk is tense, with residents preparing for possible street fighting. The article highlights the strategic importance of Pokrovsk and the challenges faced by its remaining residents amid ongoing conflict.

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Jutalla Coulibaly-Willis is a journalist & content creator based in London, United Kingdom.

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North Korea test fires intercontinental missile with longest flight time on record

31 Oct 2024  |  www.euronews.com  |  English  |  North Korea Missile Test

North Korea has launched an intercontinental ballistic missile with the longest recorded flight time, raising international concerns. Kim Jong-un reaffirmed North Korea's commitment to its nuclear program, while South Korea and Japan reported the missile's trajectory. The launch, seen as a breach of UN Security Council resolutions, comes amid heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula and accusations of North Korea seeking Russian support. The US and South Korea have vowed strong responses, including potential sanctions.

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Armed with ten years of experience on the field as a journalist based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, I now assume my role as a independent broadcast journalist. I recently hosted for VICE News in Malaysia and when I am not on camera, I produce news packages and documentaries for international news ...

Afghan officials: Roadside bomb kills 4, wounds 11 students

09 Jun 2024  |  www.arabnews.pk  |  English  |  North Korea-South Korea Relations

South Korea plans to resume loudspeaker broadcasts directed at North Korea in response to Pyongyang's balloon campaign, which has involved sending trash and manure across the border. The broadcasts, halted in 2018, aim to send a message of hope to North Koreans while being unbearable for the regime. Meanwhile, Haiti's new Prime Minister Garry Conille was hospitalized due to a slight illness but is in stable condition. In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Cabinet are set to take an oath for a third term after the BJP-led coalition won the general elections. Norway's sovereign wealth fund will vote against ratifying Tesla CEO Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package, citing concerns over its size and structure.

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I’m an experienced foreign correspondent, and work for some of the world’s leading English-language news publications. For a number of years I’ve covered Central Europe for the UK’s The Telegraph, and also write about the area and Eastern Europe for The Scotsman. In addition to this I write ...

North Korea’s state-run TV to be beamed around the world

12 Mar 2024  |  The Telegraph  |  English  |  North Korea

North Korea's state-run Korean Central TV will soon be available globally through Shiwani TV, offering unique content such as soap operas, sitcoms, and news about Kim Jong-un. The initiative, led by the Chollima Front, aims to spread North Korean culture and information worldwide, despite potential legal issues in countries like the US and South Korea. The service, which will launch in the second half of the year, has already garnered interest from around 50 people globally. The Chollima Front, a small organization with communist views, operates within the laws of Poland, Canada, and Germany, and has the support of the North Korean embassy in Warsaw.

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Aidan Foster-Carter is a journalist based in Exeter, United Kingdom.

Sending Koreans to die for Russia a bad move in more ways than one

01 Mar 2025  |  South China Morning Post  |  English  |  North Korea

North Korea is supplying significant military support to Russia, including weapons and troops, in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. This involvement has resulted in substantial casualties among North Korean soldiers, raising questions about the sustainability and rationale of such support. The article criticizes North Korea's decision to aid Russia, highlighting the potential vulnerabilities and humanitarian costs associated with this involvement.

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Álvaro García is a journalist based in Madrid, Spain.

North Korea's long-range missile test shows improved capability and potential to attack the United States

31 Oct 2024  |  www.larazon.es  |  Spanish  |  North Korea Missile Test

North Korea conducted its first intercontinental ballistic missile test in nearly a year, signaling potential advancements in its long-range nuclear attack capabilities against the US. The launch, overseen by Kim Jong Un, was described as a military demonstration in response to perceived threats from adversaries. North Korea maintains that its nuclear development is essential against US-South Korea military cooperation, despite their assurances of no attack plans. Analysts suggest North Korea uses military exercises as leverage in diplomatic negotiations. The test, condemned by neighboring countries, is seen as a global peace threat.

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Erin Hale is a journalist based in Taipei.

What we know about North Korea’s ICBM programme

31 Oct 2024  |  www.aljazeera.com  |  English  |  North Korea's ICBM Programme

North Korea launched an ICBM with the longest flight time yet, demonstrating its military capabilities. The missile flew for 86 minutes, reaching a maximum altitude of 7,000 km before landing off the coast of Hokkaido. North Korean state media confirmed the launch, emphasizing the country's powerful capabilities. Analysts suggest the test aims to enhance North Korea's nuclear deterrent and assert its strength amid international pressure. The Hwasong-18 missile, a solid-fuel ICBM, was tested, marking a shift from previous models. North Korea's extensive weapons program is seen as a means to ensure national security and maintain the Kim family's control. The country has a history of missile and nuclear tests, with a diverse arsenal including short- and intermediate-range missiles.

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Valerie Hopkins is currently the South-East Europe Correspondent for the Financial Times, where she covers the region out of Budapest. She has more than ten years of experience working in South-Eastern Europe. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Guardian The Atlantic, The Washington ...

Putin appears to say that North Korean troops are in Russia

24 Oct 2024  |  www.timesfreepress.com  |  English  |  North Korea

President Vladimir Putin of Russia acknowledged the presence of North Korean troops in Russia, aligning with Western assessments of North Korea's involvement in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. This development follows the ratification of a mutual defense treaty between Russia and North Korea. The BRICS summit in Kazan, attended by global leaders, served as a platform for Putin to strengthen alliances and counter Western influence. The summit's focus was on global financial reform and Middle Eastern crises, with limited progress on the Ukraine conflict. UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for a just peace in Ukraine, while Putin dismissed concerns over North Korean troop deployment, attributing escalation to U.S. actions. The article highlights the geopolitical dynamics and strategic alliances shaping the ongoing conflict.

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James Jackson is a multimedia journalist based in Berlin, Germany. 

James is a self-starting media professional who is comfortable writing news, specialist reports dispatches, op-eds and features. A native English speaker, he is fluent in German and Spanish and covers Central Europe for outlets ...

Beyond Utopia: Escape from North Korea review — a gripping, horrifying reality

30 Jan 2024  |  www.thetimes.co.uk  |  English  |  North Korea

Pastor Seungeun Kim of the Caleb Mission church in South Korea is featured as a key figure in the 'Underground Railroad', a network assisting North Korean defectors. Despite his calm appearance, Pastor Kim takes significant risks in his efforts to help others escape from North Korea.

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Julian Ryall is a journalist based in Tokyo, Japan.

Can Japan-China talks change course on North Korea’s alliance with Russia?

04 Nov 2024  |  South China Morning Post  |  English  |  North Korea

Japan's top security envoy, Takeo Akiba, is in Beijing to discuss North Korea's military ties with Russia with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Despite shared concerns, experts believe China is unlikely to pressure North Korea significantly. Ryo Hinata-Yamaguchi notes that while Japan and China share concerns over North Korea's actions, bilateral issues may hinder a unified policy. The situation has, however, brought Japan and South Korea closer from a security perspective.

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Laura Sepulveda is a journalist based in New York, United States of America. Bilingual (Spanish and English) multimedia reporter with experience as an anchor, in radio and Tv reporting as well as investigative journalism and public relations.
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NATO warns about North Korean support to Russia in conflict against Ukraine

28 Oct 2024  |  www.vozdeamerica.com  |  Spanish  |  North Korean Support

NATO has confirmed that 10,000 North Korean soldiers have been sent to Russia to train for combat against Ukraine in the coming weeks. This development highlights the involvement of North Korea in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with NATO, an alliance supporting Ukraine, expressing concern over this support.

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Mitch Shin is a journalist based in Seoul, South Korea.

As ROK-US Drill Began, North Korea Fired Ballistic Missiles

10 Mar 2025  |  thediplomat.com  |  English  |  North Korea Missile Launch

North Korea launched several ballistic missiles coinciding with the start of the ROK-US 'Freedom Shield' military drills, marking its fifth missile test of the year. The launch, detected from North Hwanghae Province, involved close-range missiles that fell into the ocean. North Korea's state media has not reported on the launch, but Kim Yo Jong previously criticized the drills as a rehearsal for invasion. The US and South Korea condemned the missile test as a violation of UN Security Council resolutions. Despite opposition from local residents, the military exercises continue. The article discusses the geopolitical implications, including North Korea's strengthened ties with Russia and the potential for South Korea to develop its nuclear arsenal amid changing US defense commitments.

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Richard Spencer is Middle East Correspondent for The Times of London, based in Beirut, Lebanon.

Blinken in South Korea amid stand-off over president’s arrest

06 Jan 2025  |  www.thetimes.com  |  English  |  US-South Korea Relations

The political crisis in South Korea intensifies as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits amid tensions over President Yoon's potential arrest. Yoon's declaration of martial law and subsequent impeachment by the National Assembly, controlled by the opposition, has led to a standoff. The CIO is pursuing Yoon's arrest, while Blinken expresses confidence in a peaceful resolution. North Korea responds to Blinken's visit with a missile test, highlighting regional tensions. The crisis tests South Korea's stability and its relations with key allies, including the United States.

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Thibault Spirlet is a London-based journalist specialising in human rights. He has worked for the likes of @Daily_Express, @factal, @POLITICOEurope & 
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Ukraine is trying to convince North Korean soldiers to surrender rather than fight alongside Russia

13 Dec 2024  |  Business Insider  |  English  |  North Korea's involvement in Russia-Ukraine conflict

Ukraine is actively trying to persuade North Korean soldiers, who have been sent to support Russia in the ongoing conflict, to surrender. Through the 'I Want to Live' project, Ukraine is distributing leaflets and videos to encourage defection, offering humane treatment and a chance for a new life. The initiative highlights the oppressive conditions in North Korea and suggests that the soldiers' wages are likely being appropriated by the ruling elite. The project aims to exploit the soldiers' desire to escape their regime, promising support and opportunities in Ukraine.

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Jerome is The Times Africa Correspondent, based in Nairobi. Before that he lived in Afghanistan and worked for various newspapers and broadcasters.

North Korea's latest missile launch sets record raising fears of weapon that could strike US

31 Oct 2024  |  The Sun  |  English  |  North Korea Missile Launch

North Korea launched a ballistic missile that set a record for flight duration, raising concerns about its capability to strike the US. The missile landed in the sea near Japan, reaching unprecedented altitudes. This development follows North Korea's decision to send troops to Russia to support its efforts in Ukraine, with NATO confirming the deployment. The Pentagon expressed concerns about the potential use of these troops in combat against Ukrainian forces. Kim Jong-un's actions are seen as a defiance against perceived threats from the US and South Korea.

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Yun Sun is a think tank scholar.

Biden's State of the Union In Focus

01 Feb 2024  |  www.stimson.org  |  English  |  North Korea

President Joe Biden's State of the Union address highlighted his administration's stance on various critical issues, including additional aid to Ukraine, the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict, U.S. successes in countering China, and efforts to combat climate change. Biden emphasized the importance of U.S. national interests and values in foreign policy, the need for humanitarian assistance in Gaza, and the competitive but non-confrontational approach towards China. He also outlined his vision for addressing the climate crisis through legislative measures and job creation. The speech touched on the potential and risks of AI, calling for immediate action against AI-related threats. Notably, North Korea was not mentioned, indicating it is not a priority for the administration.

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US Urges Enforcement of Sanctions on North Korean Oil

21 Oct 2024  |  www.voaindonesia.com  |  Indonesian  |  North Korea

Illegal oil shipments to North Korea persist despite UN sanctions. The United States and its allies aim to enforce these sanctions but face limited support from Russia and China.

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Maxim Tucker reports for The Times on Ukraine. He has worked in some of the hottest spots in the conflict zone and various locations throughout the country. He has extensive contacts within the Ukrainian government, military and intelligence services, as well as among diplomats, political parties, ...

North Korean troops refuse to be taken alive

09 Jan 2025  |  www.thetimes.com  |  English  |  North Korea Involvement

The article discusses the involvement of North Korean troops in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, highlighting their refusal to be captured and their integration with Russian forces. Ukrainian forces, led by a commander known as Leopard, are countering these efforts with innovative warfare tactics, including the use of drones and anti-drone technology. The article also notes the strategic importance of the village of Makhnovka and the broader implications for potential peace talks. The United States has expressed concerns about North Korea gaining military experience and technology from Russia, which could enhance its capabilities against its neighbors.

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EJ Ward is a Broadcast Journalist based in London, United Kingdom. With experience working across a range of media EJ is skilled at broadcast journalism and live reporting. Experienced in managing a newsroom he currently works as a News Editor and Producer for Sino Radio UK, part of the GBTIMES ...

North Korea deploying fake IT workers and hackers to target UK firms, cryptocurrency, and defence data, spy chief warns

03 Dec 2024  |  LBC  |  English  |  North Korea

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has warned UK businesses about North Korean operatives posing as freelance IT workers to infiltrate companies, generate revenue for the regime, and potentially compromise security. These operatives use fake identities to secure roles in Western firms, evading international sanctions and gaining access to sensitive data. The NCSC highlights the escalation in North Korea's tactics, which now include cyberattacks and extortion. The Treasury warns of legal risks for UK firms employing DPRK-linked workers. Similar infiltration attempts have been reported in the US and South Korea.

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