North Korea accused the South on Saturday of flying another spy drone over its territory this month, a claim that Seoul denied.

North Korea Accuses South of Another Drone Incursion

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North Korea accused South Korea of flying a spy drone into its airspace and released photos of wreckage. Seoul denied the claim, saying it had no record and the drone wasn’t its model. Pyongyang warned of consequences if such flights continue amid rising tensions.

'Seoul will pay dear price...': North Korea accuses South of drone incursion, calls it 'unpardonable hysteria': What's happening

North Korea's 2026 missile tests show a move toward tactical nuclear use and mass production. Kim Jong Un aims to cement the nation as a permanent nuclear power through new five-year goals.

North Korea's 2026 missile tests show a move toward tactical nuclear use and mass production. Kim Jong Un aims to cement the nation as a permanent nuclear power through new five-year goals.

'North Korea’s missile tests': What they reveals about its long-term strategy

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was inspecting the construction of a memorial for North Korean troops recently, where he gave a lift to his daughter and staff members on a forklift. Images released by KCNA show Ju Ae and some officials standing on a forklift, several inches above the ground, while Kim Jong Un handled the steering wheel. It was a strange scene and an amusing picture as the North Korean leader drove the forklift. The memorial is being built for troops who died ​fighting overseas, KCNA reported. He was there with his daughter Ju Ae and some members of his entourage. Notably, Pyongyang has a mutual ​defence pact with Russia, as part of which North Korea sent around ⁠14,000 soldiers to join the Russian troops against Ukraine. According to South Korean, Ukrainian and Western sources, more ‍than 6,000 of ​them were killed.<h2>Kim termed North Korean soldiers heroes</h2>At the site, Kim called these soldiers "heroes who sacrificed ‍themselves ‍without hesitation". He added, "No in the world can overcome such an army that is absolutely loyal to the orders of the party". Russia and North Korea share close military and security relations and are countries that stand against the West. Pyongyang has stood with Moscow in its war against Ukraine and even sent its workers to help with other jobs since there is a lack of workforce due to the war. North Korea and Russia signed the Treaty on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2024.&nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/videos/north-korea-missile-launch-justified-reaction-to-recent-geopolitical-crisis-1767608452926/embed&nbsp;At the memorial, Kim participated in tree-planting with his daughter Ju Ae. She wore a red muffler and can be seen shovelling earth with her father in the photos released by state media. Recently, a photo exhibition detailing North Korea's progress under Kim also opened in Pyongyang. Meanwhile, the country tested more ballistic missiles on Monday with Kim watching the first such test this year. South Korea and Japan reported that they detected two hypersonic missiles. Kim said these tests showed that DPRK's (Democratic People's Republic of Korea) nuclear forces were ready to take on the enemies.&nbsp;

Kim Jong Un was seen operating a forklift at the memorial site for slain soldiers, with his daughter and staff standing on it. He liften them up several inches above the ground as well, as seen in bizarre pictures released by KCNA.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was inspecting the construction of a memorial for North Korean troops recently, where he gave a lift to his daughter and staff members on a forklift. Images released by KCNA show Ju Ae and some officials standing on a forklift, several inches above the ground, while Kim Jong Un handled the steering wheel. It was a strange scene and an amusing picture as the North Korean leader drove the forklift. The memorial is being built for troops who died fighting overseas, KCNA reported. He was there with his daughter Ju Ae and some members of his entourage. Notably, Pyongyang has a mutual defence pact with Russia, as part of which North Korea sent around ⁠14,000 soldiers to join the Russian troops against Ukraine. According to South Korean, Ukrainian and Western sources, more ‍than 6,000 of them were killed. Kim termed North Korean soldiers heroes At the site, Kim called these soldiers "heroes who sacrificed ‍themselves ‍without hesitation". He added, "No in the world can overcome such an army that is absolutely loyal to the orders of the party". Russia and North Korea share close military and security relations and are countries that stand against the West. Pyongyang has stood with Moscow in its war against Ukraine and even sent its workers to help with other jobs since there is a lack of workforce due to the war. North Korea and Russia signed the Treaty on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2024. https://www.wionews.com/videos/north-korea-missile-launch-justified-reaction-to-recent-geopolitical-crisis-1767608452926/embed At the memorial, Kim participated in tree-planting with his daughter Ju Ae. She wore a red muffler and can be seen shovelling earth with her father in the photos released by state media. Recently, a photo exhibition detailing North Korea's progress under Kim also opened in Pyongyang. Meanwhile, the country tested more ballistic missiles on Monday with Kim watching the first such test this year. South Korea and Japan reported that they detected two hypersonic missiles. Kim said these tests showed that DPRK's (Democratic People's Republic of Korea) nuclear forces were ready to take on the enemies.

Kim Jong Un was seen operating a forklift at the memorial site for slain soldiers, with his daughter and staff standing on it. He lifted them up several inches above the ground as well, as seen in bizarre pictures released by KCNA.

Bizarre photos show Kim Jong Un lifting daughter Ju Ae and staff on a forklift

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North Korea defended its recent missile launch as a justified response to the "recent geopolitical crisis" triggered by the U.S. military strike and capture of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro. Pyongyang framed the test as a key strategic move amid escalating global tensions following Washington's intervention in Caracas. 


North Korea Missile Launch Justified: 'Reaction to Recent Geopolitical Crisis'

North Korea defended its recent missile launch as a justified response to the "recent geopolitical crisis" triggered by the U.S. military strike and capture of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro. Pyongyang framed the test as a key strategic move amid escalating global tensions following Washington's intervention in Caracas. 

North Korea Missile Launch Justified: 'Reaction to Recent Geopolitical Crisis' 

Kim Jong Un said North Korea’s hypersonic missile tests rehearse real war amid rising tensions. Pyongyang condemned the US capture of Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro as a sovereignty breach. The US says launches pose no immediate threat; Japan issued alerts as Seoul seeks China’s help.

Kim Jong Un said North Korea’s hypersonic missile tests rehearse real war amid rising tensions. Pyongyang condemned the US capture of Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro as a sovereignty breach. The US says launches pose no immediate threat; Japan issued alerts as Seoul seeks China’s help.

'Preparing for actual war': North Korea reveals REAL reason for missile launch amid US attack on Venezuela

North Korea fired several ballistic missiles from its capital Pyongyang towards the sea off its east coast at around 7:50 a.m. local time on Sunday, South Korea’s military said.

South Korea Convenes Emergency Meeting as North Korea Fires Ballistic Missile

Pyongyang Fires Ballistic Missiles as S. Korean President Lee Jae-Myung Makes State Visit to China

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un appeared with his daughter Ju Ae at the Kumsusan mausoleum on New Year’s Day, a rare and symbolic outing that has reignited speculation over succession in Pyongyang.


Kim Jong Un’s Daughter Steps Into Spotlight at Mausoleum, Fuels Succession Talk 

The North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un, has praised his troops fighting abroad as forging an “invincible alliance” with Russia in the New Year’s message, state media said on Thursday. According to South Korean and Western intelligence agencies, Pyongyang has sent thousands of troops to support Russia’s nearly four-year invasion of Ukraine. At least 600 North Korean soldiers have died, and thousands more have sustained injuries, according to South Korean estimates. North Korea is said to be receiving financial aid, military technology, and food and energy supplies from Russia in return for the military assistance, say analysts.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/xi-jinping-vows-to-reunify-china-and-taiwan-urges-for-growth-in-new-year-s-eve-speech-1767193882182">Xi Jinping vows to reunify China and Taiwan, urges for growth in New Year’s Eve speech</a>&nbsp;Kim praised his soldiers fighting in an “alien land”, while hailing their “heroic” defence of the nation’s honour and instructing them to “be brave”, the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said.&nbsp;<h2>‘Behind you are Pyongyang and Moscow‘</h2>&nbsp;“As the whole country is enveloped in a festive atmosphere of greeting the new year, I all the more miss you, who are fighting bravely on the battlefields in the alien land even at this moment,” he said, according to KCNA.“Behind you are Pyongyang and Moscow,” Kim added.&nbsp;The North Korean leader praised soldiers for strengthening the “invincible alliance” with Russia, calling on them to fight “for the fraternal Russian people”.Kim further hinted that more overseas action would take place this year, highlighting “remarkable feats you will perform on the overseas battlefields”.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mali-and-burkina-faso-retaliate-to-trump-s-action-ban-entry-for-us-citizens-1767187487091">Mali and Burkina Faso retaliate to Trump’s action, ban entry for US citizens</a>&nbsp;Kim marked the new year with a lavish celebration and speech at Pyongyang’s May Day stadium, reported state media. Images shared by KCNA showed Kim accompanied by his wife, Ri Sol Ju, and his daughter Ju Ae, who is widely believed to be his likely successor.&nbsp;<h2>‘Soldiers told to kill themselves rather than be taken prisoners’</h2>&nbsp;North Korea’s deepening alliance with Russia has offered an economic lifeline to Kim’s regime and allowed him to rebuff US and South Korean overtures for dialogue.However, several accounts of the real situation paint a grim picture for the North Korean soldiers fighting the bloodiest war in Europe.Pyongyang has ordered its soldiers to kill themselves rather than be taken prisoner, according to South Korea’s intelligence service and accounts by two North Koreans captured by Ukraine.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/drdo-successfully-conducts-salvo-launch-of-indigenously-developed-pralay-missiles-off-odisha-coast-1767182736639">DRDO successfully conducts salvo launch of indigenously developed Pralay missiles off Odisha coast</a>&nbsp;The two men, held captive by Kyiv since January 2025 after sustaining injuries on the battlefield, have expressed a desire to defect to the South.

North Korea’s deepening alliance with Russia has offered an economic lifeline to Kim’s regime and allowed him to rebuff US and South Korean overtures for dialogue. However, several accounts paint a grim picture for the North Korean soldiers fighting the bloodiest war in Europe.

The North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un, has praised his troops fighting abroad as forging an “invincible alliance” with Russia in the New Year’s message, state media said on Thursday. According to South Korean and Western intelligence agencies, Pyongyang has sent thousands of troops to support Russia’s nearly four-year invasion of Ukraine. At least 600 North Korean soldiers have died, and thousands more have sustained injuries, according to South Korean estimates. North Korea is said to be receiving financial aid, military technology, and food and energy supplies from Russia in return for the military assistance, say analysts. Also Read: Xi Jinping vows to reunify China and Taiwan, urges for growth in New Year’s Eve speech Kim praised his soldiers fighting in an “alien land”, while hailing their “heroic” defence of the nation’s honour and instructing them to “be brave”, the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said. ‘Behind you are Pyongyang and Moscow‘ “As the whole country is enveloped in a festive atmosphere of greeting the new year, I all the more miss you, who are fighting bravely on the battlefields in the alien land even at this moment,” he said, according to KCNA. “Behind you are Pyongyang and Moscow,” Kim added. The North Korean leader praised soldiers for strengthening the “invincible alliance” with Russia, calling on them to fight “for the fraternal Russian people”. Kim further hinted that more overseas action would take place this year, highlighting “remarkable feats you will perform on the overseas battlefields”. Also Read: Mali and Burkina Faso retaliate to Trump’s action, ban entry for US citizens Kim marked the new year with a lavish celebration and speech at Pyongyang’s May Day stadium, reported state media. Images shared by KCNA showed Kim accompanied by his wife, Ri Sol Ju, and his daughter Ju Ae, who is widely believed to be his likely successor. ‘Soldiers told to kill themselves rather than be taken prisoners’ North Korea’s deepening alliance with Russia has offered an economic lifeline to Kim’s regime and allowed him to rebuff US and South Korean overtures for dialogue. However, several accounts of the real situation paint a grim picture for the North Korean soldiers fighting the bloodiest war in Europe. Pyongyang has ordered its soldiers to kill themselves rather than be taken prisoner, according to South Korea’s intelligence service and accounts by two North Koreans captured by Ukraine. Also Read: DRDO successfully conducts salvo launch of indigenously developed Pralay missiles off Odisha coast The two men, held captive by Kyiv since January 2025 after sustaining injuries on the battlefield, have expressed a desire to defect to the South.

North Korea’s deepening alliance with Russia has offered an economic lifeline to Kim’s regime and allowed him to rebuff US and South Korean overtures for dialogue. However, several accounts paint a grim picture for the North Korean soldiers fighting the bloodiest war in Europe.

Kim Jong-un praises troops, hails North Korea’s ‘invincible alliance’ with Russia

North Korea has ramped up missile production with the launch of long-range cruise missiles, coming shortly after joint air drills by South Korea, the U.S., and Japan. The tests mark a sharp escalation in regional tensions and highlight Pyongyang’s focus on advancing its missile capabilities.


North Korea Ramps Up Missile Production: Pyongyang Conducts Successful Missile Drill

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called for increased missile production, describing it as a key “war deterrent” amid rising regional tensions.

Kim Jong Un Pushes More Missile Production As 'War Deterrent' 

South Korea on Friday (Dec 26) said that it will reclassify North Korea's long-banned state newspaper as general information, easing public access, in the latest overture from the administration of dovish President Lee Jae Myung. Seoul remains officially at war with its nuclear-armed neighbour, and a decades-old national security ban on Pyongyang's propaganda remains in place. Critics, including President Lee, say South Koreans are politically mature enough to judge such material, which often idolises the North's leadership, for themselves.&nbsp;They also argue the ban amounts to unnecessary censorship in a vibrant democracy that is one of the most wired and educated countries in the world.&nbsp;Seoul's government convened on Friday an inter-agency meeting and confirmed a consensus among the relevant parties regarding the "reclassification of the Rodong Sinmun newspaper from special material to general material", it said in a statement.&nbsp;The "official measure to reclassify Rodong Sinmun as general material will be implemented early next week through necessary administrative procedures", the government statement added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-becomes-first-nation-to-recognise-somaliland-as-independent-state-isreal-gaza-somalia-benjamin-netanyahu-abraham-accords-trump-1766770494091">Israel becomes first nation to recognise Somaliland as independent state</a>&nbsp;The announcement comes after Seoul's unification ministry told President Lee last week that it aims to ease public access to some North Korean propaganda materials.&nbsp;Lee said at the time that fears "the public will fall for the propaganda and become commies" were overblown.“Rather, (granting access to such materials) will be an opportunity to understand the reality of North Korea accurately and think, 'That shouldn't be happening.'”&nbsp;Lee said earlier this month he felt an apology was due to the North over his predecessor's alleged order to send drones and propaganda leaflets across the border.&nbsp;Pyongyang has not responded to the overture from Lee, who has sought to mend fractured ties with the North.&nbsp;(Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.)

Seoul's government convened on Friday an inter-agency meeting and confirmed a consensus among the relevant parties regarding the "reclassification of the Rodong Sinmun newspaper from special material to general material", it said in a statement.



South Korea on Friday (Dec 26) said that it will reclassify North Korea's long-banned state newspaper as general information, easing public access, in the latest overture from the administration of dovish President Lee Jae Myung. Seoul remains officially at war with its nuclear-armed neighbour, and a decades-old national security ban on Pyongyang's propaganda remains in place. Critics, including President Lee, say South Koreans are politically mature enough to judge such material, which often idolises the North's leadership, for themselves. They also argue the ban amounts to unnecessary censorship in a vibrant democracy that is one of the most wired and educated countries in the world. Seoul's government convened on Friday an inter-agency meeting and confirmed a consensus among the relevant parties regarding the "reclassification of the Rodong Sinmun newspaper from special material to general material", it said in a statement. The "official measure to reclassify Rodong Sinmun as general material will be implemented early next week through necessary administrative procedures", the government statement added. Also Read: Israel becomes first nation to recognise Somaliland as independent state The announcement comes after Seoul's unification ministry told President Lee last week that it aims to ease public access to some North Korean propaganda materials. Lee said at the time that fears "the public will fall for the propaganda and become commies" were overblown. “Rather, (granting access to such materials) will be an opportunity to understand the reality of North Korea accurately and think, 'That shouldn't be happening.'” Lee said earlier this month he felt an apology was due to the North over his predecessor's alleged order to send drones and propaganda leaflets across the border. Pyongyang has not responded to the overture from Lee, who has sought to mend fractured ties with the North. (Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.)

Seoul's government convened on Friday an inter-agency meeting and confirmed a consensus among the relevant parties regarding the "reclassification of the Rodong Sinmun newspaper from special material to general material", it said in a statement.

South Korea to relax decades-old ban on North Korean state newspaper

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered a radical expansion of missile and shell production for 2026. This directive comes on the heels of the unveiling of a massive 8,700-ton nuclear-powered submarine, marking a new era for Pyongyang's naval forces. 

North Korea's 2026 War Deterrent: Kim Jong Un Orders Massive Missile Production Surge

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered his officials to step up production of missiles and artillery shells and construct more factories to meet his military’s growing need for the weapons, the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) has reported.

Kim Jong Un Pushes More Missile Production as 'War Deterrent'

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited a nuclear submarine factory and received a message from Russia's Vladimir Putin hailing the countries' "invincible friendship", Pyongyang's state media said Thursday.


Kim Jong Un visits nuclear submarine factory

The North Korean state media released pictures of the progress of an 8,700-tonne nuclear-powered submarine and condemned the US and South Korea nuclear submarine deal as an “offensive act” which violates the North’s security and maritime sovereignty.

The North Korean state media released pictures of the progress of an 8,700-tonne nuclear-powered submarine and condemned the US and South Korea nuclear submarine deal as an “offensive act” which violates the North’s security and maritime sovereignty.

North Korea condemns US-South Korea nuclear submarine deal, shows off progress on its 8,700-tonne nuclear submarine

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un paid tribute to his father, former leader Kim Jong-il, at the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun. The visit underscores the regime’s emphasis on legacy, continuity, and symbolism in Pyongyang. Watch for visuals, context, and analysis of the event. 

North Korea: Kim Jong-Un Pays Tribute to Father at Kumsusan Palace

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has expressed a desire to apologize to North Korea for alleged actions taken by his predecessor, Yoon Suk Yeol, including the dispatch of drones and propaganda leaflets across the border. Lee cited concerns that such an apology could be politicized domestically but emphasized his intention to help reduce inter-Korean tensions.

South Korea Leader Considers Apology for Predecessor's Actions

North Korea has strongly criticized the recent agreement between South Korea and the United States on nuclear-powered submarines. Officials warn that the deal could heighten regional tensions and even trigger a global arms race.

North Korea Condemns US-South Korea Nuclear Submarine Deal

South Korea's government has announced that it has finalised an agreement to build nuclear-powered submarines in partnership with the United States. The US has approved the "attack submarines" and agreed to cooperate in sourcing fuel, according to a fact sheet released by the White House 

North Korea says Seoul-US submarine deal to trigger 'nuclear domino' effect

North Korea on Friday fired a suspected short-range ballistic missile toward its eastern waters, South Korea’s military said, as Pyongyang steps up its testing activity while talks with Washington and Seoul remain stalled.


Seoul says North Korea launched missile from near Chinese border

South Korea has warned that North Korea is fully prepared to conduct another nuclear test, awaiting only a final decision from leader Kim Jong Un. Intelligence sources indicate that Pyongyang has completed all necessary preparations at its nuclear test site. This move comes amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing military drills between South Korea, the United States, and Japan. A potential test would mark North Korea’s first in years, escalating fears of a new security crisis in East Asia.


South Korea warns North Korea ready for 7th nuclear test

US President Donald Trump said that the timing did not work out for a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. While earlier discussions hinted at a potential Trump-Kim summit, scheduling conflicts and diplomatic considerations have delayed the meeting.


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The Ryugyong Hotel in Pyongyang, North Korea, is 1,000 feet high and the perfect background for major events. But do you know that it is not complete? Construction started in 1987, and the hotel is still not ready. It might seem so from the outside, but on the inside, it is empty.

The Ryugyong Hotel in Pyongyang, North Korea, is 1,000 feet high and the perfect background for major events. But do you know that it is not complete? Construction started in 1987, and the hotel is still not ready. It might seem so from the outside, but on the inside, it is empty.

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North Korea is finding new ways to evade United Nations sanctions by turning to cryptocurrency and cybercrime.


North Korea evades UN sanctions through crypto network

US President Donald Trump on Friday (Oct 24) labelled North Korea a "sort of a nuclear power" as he left the United States for Asia. The trip, as per reports, could potentially include a meeting with North Korea leader Kim Jong Un. The US president was asked on board Air Force One whether he was open to North Korea's demand to be recognised as a nuclear state as a precondition for dialogue with Washington. To this, he evasively replied, "Well, I think they are sort of a nuclear power."When you say they have to be recognised as a nuclear power, well, they got a lot of nuclear weapons, I'll say that," he added.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-they-are-fabricating-a-war-maduro-slams-us-after-trump-says-we-re-just-gonna-kill-1761354945867">'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill'</a><h2>Trump-Kim meeting: All we know</h2>Trump is due to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Forum in South Korea next week. Multiple US outlets have reported that officials have quietly explored the possibility of a Trump-Kim meeting — their first since 2019. The president has repeatedly said he hopes to see Kim again, hinting that renewed diplomacy could be on the table.Kim, for his part, recently struck a conciliatory tone, saying he has "fond memories" of Trump and would be open to dialogue if the US abandoned what he called its "delusional" demand for complete denuclearisation.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-to-continue-airing-controversial-ronald-reagan-ad-ontario-premier-said-this-after-trump-suspended-trade-talks-1761360065985">Canada to continue airing controversial Ronald Reagan ad? Ontario Premier said THIS after Trump suspended trade talks</a>South Korea’s unification minister, Chung Dong-young, told reporters Friday that he saw a "considerable" chance the two leaders could meet during Trump’s visit. However, a senior US official, as per AFP, &nbsp;quickly tempered expectations, saying on a background call that such a meeting "is not on the schedule for this trip."&nbsp;While an official announcement of the meeting has not been made by either nation, still, signs of preparation have fuelled speculation. South Korea and the United Nations Command have temporarily suspended tours of the Joint Security Area (JSA) — the symbolic border village in the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) — from late October to early November.&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump has called North Korea "sort of a nuclear power" while en route to Asia. Here's all you need to know. 

US President Donald Trump on Friday (Oct 24) labelled North Korea a "sort of a nuclear power" as he left the United States for Asia. The trip, as per reports, could potentially include a meeting with North Korea leader Kim Jong Un. The US president was asked on board Air Force One whether he was open to North Korea's demand to be recognised as a nuclear state as a precondition for dialogue with Washington. To this, he evasively replied, "Well, I think they are sort of a nuclear power. "When you say they have to be recognised as a nuclear power, well, they got a lot of nuclear weapons, I'll say that," he added. Also read | 'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill' Trump-Kim meeting: All we know Trump is due to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Forum in South Korea next week. Multiple US outlets have reported that officials have quietly explored the possibility of a Trump-Kim meeting — their first since 2019. The president has repeatedly said he hopes to see Kim again, hinting that renewed diplomacy could be on the table. Kim, for his part, recently struck a conciliatory tone, saying he has "fond memories" of Trump and would be open to dialogue if the US abandoned what he called its "delusional" demand for complete denuclearisation. Also read | Canada to continue airing controversial Ronald Reagan ad? Ontario Premier said THIS after Trump suspended trade talks South Korea’s unification minister, Chung Dong-young, told reporters Friday that he saw a "considerable" chance the two leaders could meet during Trump’s visit. However, a senior US official, as per AFP, quickly tempered expectations, saying on a background call that such a meeting "is not on the schedule for this trip." While an official announcement of the meeting has not been made by either nation, still, signs of preparation have fuelled speculation. South Korea and the United Nations Command have temporarily suspended tours of the Joint Security Area (JSA) — the symbolic border village in the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) — from late October to early November.

US President Donald Trump has called North Korea "sort of a nuclear power" while en route to Asia. Here's all you need to know.&nbsp;

Trump says North Korea ‘sort of a nuclear power’ as potential talks with Kim Jong Un loom

North Korea performed its first ballistic missile tests in five months Wednesday, days before President Donald Trump and other leaders are expected to meet in South Korea.


North Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles as Trump prepares for summit in South Korea 

South Korea's military, through its Joint Chief of Staff, reported that North Korea had fired several ballistic missiles on Wednesday. The missiles were reportedly fired from an area south of the capital, Pyongyang and were flying northeastern direction at around 350km.&nbsp;According to several reports, Japan's new Prime Minister&nbsp;Sanae Takaichi said that the missiles have not reached the territorial waters of Japan. North Korea usually tests its missiles in the waters between the Korean Peninsula and Japan.This is North Korea's first ballistic launch since June, when South Korean President Lee Jae-myung took office. This comes just ahead of the annual summit of the Asia-Pacific Economic Conference to be organised in South Korea from October 30 to November 1. World leaders, including US President Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, are likely to participate in the APEC annual summit. However, South Korean officials say that Mr Trump is unlikely to be present for the summit. A total of representatives from 21 states, along with businessmen and CEOs like the Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, are expected to be present at the summit.Experts predict that North Korea is likely to launch more provocative missiles ahead of and during the APEC summit. This recent move complicates South Korea's efforts to engage North Korea in diplomacy. &nbsp;Lee Jae-myung, the President of South Korea, has urged for "a new era of peaceful coexistence" during his speech at the UN General Assembly last year.&nbsp;The UN has yet to recognise North Korea as a nuclear-armed state despite its possessing nuclear capability. From North Korea's perspective, this is necessary to push for a lifting of the international sanctions. Washington has repeatedly urged the resumption of diplomatic talks on nuclear disarmament. However, Kim Jung Yun has repeatedly insisted that North Korea is open for diplomatic talks if Washington gives up its aim of nuclear disarmament.&nbsp;&nbsp;

North Korea fires several ballistic missiles days before the APEC 2025 Summit in South Korea, raising regional tensions ahead of global leaders’ visit.

South Korea's military, through its Joint Chief of Staff, reported that North Korea had fired several ballistic missiles on Wednesday. The missiles were reportedly fired from an area south of the capital, Pyongyang and were flying northeastern direction at around 350km. According to several reports, Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said that the missiles have not reached the territorial waters of Japan. North Korea usually tests its missiles in the waters between the Korean Peninsula and Japan. This is North Korea's first ballistic launch since June, when South Korean President Lee Jae-myung took office. This comes just ahead of the annual summit of the Asia-Pacific Economic Conference to be organised in South Korea from October 30 to November 1. World leaders, including US President Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, are likely to participate in the APEC annual summit. However, South Korean officials say that Mr Trump is unlikely to be present for the summit. A total of representatives from 21 states, along with businessmen and CEOs like the Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, are expected to be present at the summit. Experts predict that North Korea is likely to launch more provocative missiles ahead of and during the APEC summit. This recent move complicates South Korea's efforts to engage North Korea in diplomacy. Lee Jae-myung, the President of South Korea, has urged for "a new era of peaceful coexistence" during his speech at the UN General Assembly last year. The UN has yet to recognise North Korea as a nuclear-armed state despite its possessing nuclear capability. From North Korea's perspective, this is necessary to push for a lifting of the international sanctions. Washington has repeatedly urged the resumption of diplomatic talks on nuclear disarmament. However, Kim Jung Yun has repeatedly insisted that North Korea is open for diplomatic talks if Washington gives up its aim of nuclear disarmament.

North Korea fires several ballistic missiles days before the APEC 2025 Summit in South Korea, raising regional tensions ahead of global leaders’ visit.

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Kim Jong Un visits nuclear submarine factory

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