Russian Tourists depart for North Korea in first tour since pandemic
A group of Russian tourists embarked on a historic journey to North Korea on Friday, marking the first organized tour to the country since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The unseen depths: A look at the general characteristics, history, and accidents of the K-152 Nerpa Submarine
The fearsome Russian attack submarine K-152 Nerpa, propelled by nuclear power, had a turbulent past, involving delayed development and an awful disaster in 2008. The difficulties involved in the submarine’s operations are highlighted by two incidents: a damaging incident in 2017 and a death accident in 2008.
From K-43 to INS Chakra: a deep dive into general characteristics and operations
The K-43, a Soviet Charlie-class nuclear-powered submarine commissioned in 1967, was assigned to the Indian Navy as INS Chakra in 1988. Despite its brief service in India, Chakra had a lasting impact, helping the country's later development of Arihant-class nuclear submarines in the 2010s.
Russian tourists first to visit North Korea after stringent pandemic lockdowns
Russian tourists prepare for a visit to North Korea, potentially marking the first instance of tourists allowed in North Korea since strict pandemic border lockdowns.
Escalating friction: unpacking rising tensions in the Kuril Islands dispute
As the Kuril Islands dispute takes centre stage, the Pacific region finds itself navigating complex geopolitical currents, with major global players influencing the course of events and shaping the future of this long-standing territorial disagreement.