North Korea: News
Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing; cites Russia, China
United States President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to resume testing nuclear weapons "on an equal basis" with Russia and China.
Japan's new PM Takaichi promises 2% of GDP for defense
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has announced plans to increase the country's defense spending to 2% of its gross domestic product (GDP) in her maiden policy speech.
North Korea successfully tests new hypersonic missile
North Korea has confirmed that its recent missile tests were aimed at showcasing a new hypersonic system. The development is part of leader Kim Jong-un's strategy to bolster the country's nuclear deterrent.
North Korea fires short-range missiles ahead of South Korea summit
North Korea has launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles, its first such test in months.
North Korea-linked hackers steal over $2B in crypto in 2025
North Korean hacking groups have stolen over $2 billion in cryptocurrency assets in 2025, according to blockchain analysis firm Elliptic.
North Koreans pose as IT pros to bankroll Kim's nukes
North Korean IT workers have been using their skills to fund Kim Jong Un's nuclear ambitions, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
North Korea has up to 2,000kg enriched uranium: South Korea
North Korea is estimated to have up to two tons of highly enriched uranium, South Korea's unification minister Chung Dong-young said on Thursday.
North Korean hackers use ChatGPT to create deepfake military IDs
A suspected state-sponsored hacking group from North Korea has been accused of using OpenAI's ChatGPT to create a deepfake military identification card.
North Korea's ICBM breakthrough raises global concerns
North Korea is enhancing its intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) capabilities, analysts believe.
How US SEAL bid to bug 2019 Kim talks failed
In early 2019, the United States Navy SEAL Team 6 attempted a covert operation on North Korean soil.
Anthropic stops selling AI tools to Chinese firms: Here's why
Anthropic, a leading American artificial intelligence (AI) company and the parent of Claude AI, has announced a major policy shift.
Kim Jong-un arrives in Beijing on bulletproof train
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has arrived in Beijing, China, on his signature green train.
North Korea has secret long-range missile base near China border
North Korea has built a covert military facility near its border with China, the Washington-based think tank, Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), revealed.
'The Late Show,' 'Tonight Show' hosts roast Trump's tariffs
United States President Donald Trump has been criticized by late-night show hosts Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Fallon for imposing a 50% tariff on Indian goods.
South Korea's military manpower drops 20% amid birthrate crisis
South Korea's military has seen a major reduction in its manpower, shrinking by a whopping 20% over the last six years. The current troop strength stands at around 450,000 soldiers.
Russia starts direct flights between Moscow and North Korea
Russia has launched monthly direct flights from Moscow to North Korea, a move that signals the further strengthening of ties between the two nations.
Crypto thefts all-time high as North Korean hackers steal $2B
North Korean hackers have been linked to a record surge in cryptocurrency thefts, with over $2 billion stolen in the first half of 2025.
North Korea planning to send 30,000 more troops to Russia
North Korea is reportedly planning to send up to 30,000 additional troops to Russia, further strengthening Moscow's military presence on the front lines with Ukraine.
Quad leaders launch critical minerals initiative amid China concerns
The United States, Japan, India, and Australia have agreed to work together on a stable supply of critical minerals. The move comes as China's dominance in key resources raises concerns.
Who's Blaise Metreweli, 1st female MI6 chief in 116 years
Blaise Metreweli has been appointed the new head of Britain's foreign intelligence service, MI6, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Sunday.
North Korea refloats capsized warship; to undergo repairs at dock
North Korea has successfully refloated a new destroyer that capsized during its launch last month.
Who is stabbing survivor Lee Jae-myung, South Korea's new president?
Lee Jae-myung, the newly elected president of South Korea, has had a tumultuous journey to the top.
Every 5 minutes, North Korean phones record screens for surveillance
A smuggled smartphone from North Korea has exposed the extreme censorship and surveillance measures enforced by the country's leader Kim Jong-Un.
Telegram just wiped out $35B Chinese cybercrime markets
Telegram has managed to take down two of the largest illicit online marketplaces, Xinbi Guarantee and Huione Guarantee, which have been active since 2021.
US announces 90-day visa-free entry for these 41 countries
The US has a Visa Waiver Program (VWP) for citizens of 41 countries, allowing them to enter the US without a visa for up to 90 days. The program is for tourists and business travelers.
North Korea building its largest, most advanced warship ever: Report
North Korea is building what could be its largest and most advanced warship yet, recent satellite images seen by CNN show.
North Korea tests AI drones designed for suicide attacks
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has supervised the testing and unveiling of new military hardware, including AI-powered drones.
North Korea's Bitcoin wealth will shock you—only behind US, UK
North Korea has become a key player in the cryptocurrency arena, now owning the world's third-largest stash of government-owned Bitcoin.
Trump administration considers travel ban on Pakistan, Bhutan
The Trump administration is reportedly considering varying levels of travel restrictions for citizens of several countries.
Bybit breach: Hackers cash out stolen cryptocurrency worth $300M
The notorious Lazarus Group, a hacking team believed to be associated with the North Korean government, has cashed out at least $300 million from a recent $1.5 billion crypto theft.
North Korea suspends tourism less than a month after reopening
North Korea has suddenly stopped foreign tours to its special tourist city of Rason, weeks after reopening the city for the first time since imposing a COVID-19 ban on arrivals in 2020.
South Korean military accidentally drops bombs on village, 7 injured
A South Korean military aircraft accidentally dropped eight bombs outside a designated firing range during a training exercise on Thursday.
North Korea test-fires cruise missiles in message to 'enemies'
North Korea has conducted a series of strategic cruise missile tests under the supervision of its leader, Kim Jong Un.
FBI says North Korea behind Bybit hack—world's biggest crypto heist
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has accused North Korea of a major cyber theft, stealing around $1.5 billion in digital assets from cryptocurrency exchange ByBit.
Hackers steal $1.4B from Bybit in biggest-ever crypto heist
In a shocking development, popular cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has become the victim of the largest crypto theft in history.
North Korea stole $659M in crypto last year: US government
The United States, South Korea, and Japan have jointly accused North Korean state-backed hackers of stealing over $659 million in cryptocurrency last year.
300 North Korean soldiers killed in Ukraine: Report
Around 300 North Korean soldiers have been killed and some 2,700 injured while fighting alongside Russian forces in the ongoing war against Ukraine.
Ukraine captures 2 North Korean soldiers in Russia
Ukraine has claimed that it has captured two North Korean soldiers in Russia's Kursk region.
North Korea fires ballistic missile amid Blinken's South Korea visit
North Korea fired a ballistic missile into the East Sea on Monday, as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Seoul.
South Korea: Audio reveals impeached President Yoon ordered removing lawmakers
South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol, who is facing impeachment proceedings, had ordered military officers to break down doors and drag out lawmakers from the National Assembly, an audio recording revealed.
North Korean hackers looted cryptocurrency worth whopping $1.3B this year
Cybercriminals have managed to steal a whopping $2.2 billion from different cryptocurrency platforms in 2024, a new report from Chainalysis has revealed.
Trump appoints Truth Social CEO to lead intelligence advisory board
US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Truth Social's CEO Devin Nunes as the Chairman of the President's Intelligence Advisory Board (PIAB).
South Korea's president impeached over attempt to impose martial law
South Korea's President Yoon Suk-yeol has been impeached by the National Assembly over his controversial attempt to impose martial law.
North Korean hackers target South Korea's infrastructure with 'RokRAT' malware
North Korea's state-backed hacker group, ScarCruft, has launched a major cyber-espionage campaign against South Korea.