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Singapore’s top diplomat visits both Koreas in unusual mission

May 27, 2026

Singapore’s foreign minister wrapped up talks in Pyongyang on Tuesday, marking the first time a Singaporean official has visited North Korea in recent years. The meeting with North Korea’s foreign affairs chief focused on ways to boost cooperation between the two nations, though no specifics were sh

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How Japan and South Korea Balance Old Wounds with Modern Needs

May 26, 2026

Japan and South Korea share a bond that’s hard to ignore. On one side, they’re economic allies, trading technology, cars, and pop culture like K-pop. On the other, they’re stuck in arguments over history—especially Japan’s rule over Korea in the early 1900s. These fights pop up in trade disputes, co

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Kim Jong‑Un Says He Will Talk to the U. S. If It Calls North Korea a Nuclear Power

February 26, 2026

Kim Jong‑Un made a surprising offer at the Workers’ Party congress that could change how the United States views North Korea. He said he would be willing to improve relations if Washington officially recognized the country as a nuclear‑armed state. The congress, held every five years, is a key momen

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Navigating Stormy Seas: South Korea and China Seek Common Ground

January 6, 2026

South Korea and China are trying to mend their relationship, but it's not easy. They have a lot at stake, especially when it comes to money and security. South Korea needs China for trade and to keep North Korea in check. But China and South Korea don't see eye to eye on everything, like Taiwan and

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South Korea and the U. S. Work Together to Bring Home Detained Workers

September 7, 2025

A big immigration raid happened at a Hyundai plant in Georgia. Over 475 people were detained, mostly South Koreans. The U. S. and South Korea have been talking about how to handle this situation. The South Korean government said they will bring home more than 300 workers. They plan to send a specia

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Trump's Bid for Peace in North Korea

February 10, 2025

Trump believes he can bring North Korea to the table again. In recent chat with Sean Hannity, current U. S. President spontaneously mentioned touching base with Kim Jong Un if re-elected if for no other reason than to proactively tackle security concerns. A meaningful argument could be made that

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Ukraine’s President Warns: North Korean Troops Could Soon Join Russian Fight

October 27, 2024

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has raised the alarm that Russian forces might soon see reinforcements from an unexpected source. He claims that North Korean troops could be deployed in Ukraine as early as this weekend. Western officials worry that this move could escalate the nearly three-y

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North Korea's Troops Head to Russia: What's the Deal?

October 25, 2024

North Korea has reportedly sent 3, 000 soldiers to Russia this month, according to both the U. S. and South Korea. These troops might join the fight in Ukraine, which has raised concerns. Washington warns that if this happens, these soldiers will become a target for the Ukrainian military, just like

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The Shifting Alliances: US Worried About North Korea and Russia's Growing Ties

October 19, 2024

U. S. officials have sounded the alarm over North Korea's increasing support for Russia in its Ukraine war. Earlier this week, the U. S. , South Korea, and Japan teamed up with eight Western countries to form a new group to keep an eye on sanctions against North Korea. This comes after Russia stoppe

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North Korea Redefines South as a Foreign Country

October 18, 2024

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un recently declared that South Korea is now a "foreign" and "hostile" country. This change came after North Korea amended its constitution and destroyed roads and railways connecting the two Koreas. Kim reminded his troops that South Korea is no longer a fellow country