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The announcement, reported by North Korean state media on Saturday, signals a significant reinforcement of ties between the two nations amidst escalating global tensions.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized that the objective of achieving a nuclear-free Korean Peninsula remains non-negotiable.
The disclosure was made during a ceremony attended by top North Korean officials and broadcasted by the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).
The new launcher is larger than the previously known 11-axle TEL used for North Korea’s Hwasong-17 ICBM, a missile already capable of reaching targets across the United States.
However, human rights organizations and defectors with knowledge of the situation say that many of these volunteers were coerced into joining the recovery efforts. The regime has a long history of conscripting civilians for labour, often under the threat of punishment.
South Korean authorities have confirmed the sighting of several balloons carrying waste materials, including plastic and paper debris, which were discovered in the border areas and nearby regions.
The inspections, which began in July and are slated to continue through October, focus on ensuring smooth data exchanges between banks and retailers equipped for electronic payments.
North Korea's recent missile tests and nuclear advancements have heightened international concern, and the Biden administration has been keen to engage Beijing—North Korea’s primary ally—in efforts to stabilize the situation.
The screenings are viewed as critical by the government, which has underscored the importance of promptly diagnosing and treating any potential health threats.
The committee’s preliminary findings indicate that the floodgate openings at the Supung Dam, operated by both North Korea and China, were mishandled, leading to the sudden swelling of the Yalu River.
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