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North Korea says it will stop sending rubbish-filled balloons
South Korea said it would punish North Korea with retaliatory steps.
North Korea pelts South Korea with 'vulgar' substance
'We warn North Korea to immediately stop these inhumane and vulgar acts.'
North Korea denies sending weapons to Russia
She says North Korea had no intention of exporting its military capabilities to Russia.
NZ announces more sanctions against Russian-supporting entities in Ukraine war
More than 1700 people have been sanctioned since the illegal invasion of Ukraine began.
Winston Peters hits back at North Korea's 'aggressive rhetoric'
The Foreign Minister has hit back at North Korea.
North Korea issues warning to New Zealand over surveillance
'The DPRK will take necessary measures to firmly defend sovereignty and security.'
Kim Jong Un supervises latest test of new multiple rocket launcher
North Korean leader boosts weapon production, eyes US targets.
Potential Trump running mate admits error after saying she met Kim Jong Un in new book
Kristi Noem's book also caught criticism for a story of her shooting her hunting dog.
Opinion: We are closer to nuclear disaster today than at any point in the Cold War
OPINION: There is more danger today than when the developed world was carved up.
North Korea's wild new successor? Who is mysterious 10yo Kim Ju Ae?
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North Korea’s Kim Jong-un orders troops to prepare for war
Kim joined troops training on a new tank model and drove one himself.
Russia-Ukraine war anniversary a time to reflect
OPINION: People in Ukraine the past two years have borne a toll that few can imagine.
Is Kim Jong Un really planning an attack this time?
New York Times: Intensification of nuclear threats ignite's urgent debate over motives.
Frightening rare footage as N Korean teens sentenced for absurd crimes
Two teens have been sentenced to 12 years hard labour for a wildly minor offence.
Hermit Kingdom welcomes first tourists since pandemic
The mysterious country is the last to reopen since closing to tourists in January 2020.
North Korea launches ballistic missile towards sea, South Korea claims
It's the first missile the isolated country has launched in about a month.
South Korea vows action after North Korea fires 200 artillery rounds near disputed boundary
Rivals' drills are the first in about a year and are expected to deepen their animosity.
Kim Jong Un orders military to ‘thoroughly annihilate’ US, South Korea if provoked
Kim is expected to ramp up weapons tests in 2024 ahead of the US presidential election.
North Korea’s Kim says he’ll launch 3 more spy satellites and build more nuclear weapons in 2024
Kim called for 'overwhelming' war readiness against US-led confrontational moves.
South Korea will warn Apec leaders about Russia-North Korea arms deal risk
Concerns North Korea may make a move against South while world is distracted.
US claims North Korea delivered weapons to Russia
Speculation about a possible North Korean plan to refill Russia’s munition stores flares.
Satellite photos fuel increasing fears of North Korean arms supply to Russia
Recent satellite photos show a sharp increase in rail traffic along the border.
US soldier who crossed into North Korea two months ago is released
US ally Sweden and rival China helped with the transfer of US soldier.
North Korea offered 'full and unconditional support' to Putin - report
During a six-day visit, the two countries said they discussed boosting their defence ties.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un returning home after Russia trip
Kim had met President Vladimir Putin and visited key military and technology sites.
North Korea leader inspects bombers and warship on a visit to Russia
The visit has sparked concern about an arms alliance that could fuel Russia's war.
North Korea’s leader inspects bombers, warship in Russia
All types of warplanes shown to Kim Jong Un have seen active use in Ukraine.
North Korea vows 'full support' for Putin at summit
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un has vowed 'full and unconditional support' for Russia.
Bulletproof, slow and full of wine: Kim Jong Un’s mystery train
New York Times: North Korean leader travelled to Russia on a train with unusual features.
Putin gives Kim Jong Un tour of rocket launch centre as leaders meet
The two men shook hands and Putin said he was "very glad to see" Kim.
Kim Jong Un, Putin meet to make plans while locked in standoff with the West
It's a rare meeting between isolated leaders driven together by their need for support.
Kim Jong Un departs for extremely rare Vladimir Putin meeting, Western concerns rise
The meet sparks Western concerns about a potential arms deal for Moscow’s war in Ukraine.
'Daunting' step: North Korea says it has launched a nuclear attack sub
The launch of the submarine was timed for the 75th anniversary of the country’s founding.