​North Korea Honors Its Soldiers Who Fought in Ukraine

The North’s leader, Kim Jong-un, publicly consoled bereaved families, as well as awarding medals to soldiers returning from the force he has sent to aid Russia.

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At Trump’s Summit, No Deal on Ukraine, and No Consequence for Putin

President Trump’s failure to reach an accord on Ukraine only made his warm welcome for the Russian leader more striking.

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North Korea Says Kim’s Relations With Trump ‘Not Bad,’ but Stands Firm on Nukes

The country appeared to signal an openness to talks, but said it must be recognized as a nuclear power and would not discuss abandoning its arsenal.

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​North Korea Rejects New South Korean Leader’s Peace Overtures

In its first comment on President Lee Jae Myung of South Korea, North Korea dismissed a call for dialogue, dampening hopes of a new chapter in relations.

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​North Korea Beach Resort Opens With Fanfare but No Foreigners

The Kalma Beach resort town, one of Kim Jong-un’s most ambitious projects aimed at attracting foreign tourists, may not draw the waves of visitors he wants.

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Kim Jong-un Appears to Mourn His Troops Killed Fighting for Russia

Through an event shown on North Korean state television, Mr. Kim also highlighted the sacrifices made for Moscow and the rewards he seeks.

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North Korea Will Send 5,000 Workers to Russia, Kremlin Says

Thousands of North Korean laborers are already toiling in Russia. A new contingent is headed to the region where North Korean troops fought Ukraine.

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North Korea’s Pandemic ‘Miracle’ Was a Deadly Lie, Report Says

Officials drastically understated outbreaks and deaths, depriving citizens of help, two U.S. research groups report, citing interviews with people inside North Korea.

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Trump Talks Big on Global Diplomacy, but His Goals Are in Tatters

The president said he would bring a quick end to the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, and get China to bend on trade and Iran on its nuclear program. Instead, conflict is escalating.

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South Korea Turns Off Speakers Blasting K-Pop Into North Korea

Lee Jae-myung, the new president of South Korea, said he would stop the propaganda broadcasts by his predecessor that raised tensions with Seoul’s neighboring foe.

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