North Korea targets Kaesong dialect in an effort to eradicate non-standard speech
North Korea enforces cultural language protection in Kaesong, deploying teachers to alter local accent. Backlash arises, affecting residents and educators.
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Russian Deputy Foreign Minister meets South Korean officials amid Rising tensions on Korean Peninsula
Chung Byung-won, Rudenko's counterpart from South Korea, conveyed Seoul's "grave position" on Moscow's increasing military cooperation with Pyongyang during the meeting. The foreign ministry in Seoul released a statement stating that the South Korean official asked Russia to adopt "responsible actions" given the rising tensions on the Korean peninsula.
President Yoon Suk Yeol alarms nation, anticipates multiple provocations from North Korea before April election
Prior to the election on April 10, South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol issued a strong warning about possible provocations from North Korea. Drone invasions, hacks, and other disruptive operations are causes for concern.
North Korea escalates tensions with third cruise missile launch this month
On January 30, North Korea launched several cruise missiles, one of which was the supposedly submarine-deployable Pulhwasal-3-31.
Covert money transfers from South to North Korea persist despite restrictions
Since 2020, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has escalated crackdowns on brokers to curb the flow of money and what he deems as "reactionary ideology and culture" from South Korea. South Korea, too, has tightened regulations on such transfers, leading to increased scrutiny by authorities.
North Korea launches cruise missile towards Yellow Sea; intensifies conflict
South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff reported the cruise missile launches at approximately 7 am (GMT +9) emphasizing that the specifications are undergoing close analysis by both South Korean and U.S. intelligence authorities.
North Korea demolishes symbolic Arch of Reunification; labels South Korea as “primary foe”
During a speech at the Supreme People's Assembly on January 15, Kim referred to the monument as an "eyesore" and ordered amendments to the constitution, explicitly stating that the South is a "primary foe" and "principle enemy."
Experts dispute war as Kim Jong Un alters approach, emphasizing diplomacy despite concerns
Despite concerns over Kim Jong Un's recent actions, experts disagree on his aim for war, with many attributing his behavior to strategic maneuvers or negotiation tactics.
Putin eager to visit North Korea after two decades
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed eagerness to visit Pyongyang soon, his first trip in over two decades, following a meeting with the North Korean Foreign Minister.
North Korea tests nuclear underwater attack weapon: A potential game-changer in rising tensions on the Korean Peninsula
In a recent development, North Korea has conducted a test of its nuclear-capable underwater attack drone, raising concerns about its potential impact on the already rising tensions in the Korean Peninsula.
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