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How Iran war is helping Kim Jong Un justify North Korea's nuclear arsenal

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un defended his nation's nuclear arsenal, citing the ongoing Iran war as justification for strong military deterrence. He accused the US of "terrorism and invasions" and vowed to advance North Korea's "defensive nuclear deterrence." Kim also declared South Korea the "most hostile nation," warning of…

The Times of India

Why Arab nations are scrambling to get South Korea’s Patriot-style air defence missiles

Arab nations race to secure South Korea’s cheaper but arguably more effective missile interceptors after their success in Iran war

The Independent UK

North Korean workers in Russia allowed only one shower a year and ‘treated worse than cattle’

Kim Jong Un’s overseas labour programme has forced thousands of North Koreans to live under life-threatening conditions across Russian cities, with their basic rights curtailed, to fund the authoritarian state’s nuclear and ballistic missile programmes, experts tell Arpan Rai

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North Korean General 'Slashed Up' Before Being Thrown Into Piranha-Filled Tank Over Alleged Coup Plot: Report

Claims that a North Korean general was mutilated and thrown into a piranha-filled tank over an alleged coup plot have resurfaced online, but direct-source reporting shows the story is unverified and sits within a broader pattern of unreliable purge rumours about Pyongyang.

International Business Times UK

Kim Jong Un calls Pyongyang's nuclear status irreversible, warns against 'most hostile' South Korea

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said his country will not give up its nuclear weapons and will continue with a hard-line stance, calling South Korea its “most hostile” state and accusing the United States of “state terrorism.” He signalled readiness for either confrontation or dialogue, while talks with…

The Times of India

North Korea’s rubber-stamp parliament re-elects Kim Jong Un as leader

Kim's powerful sister notably absent from newly reconstituted leadership body

The Independent UK

'Cause for concern': Pakistan points to India after US calls Islamabad's nukes a threat

Pakistan has denied posing a nuclear threat to the US, asserting its arsenal is solely for deterrence against India. Islamabad also dismissed being labelled a 'rogue state' by an Israeli envoy. US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard had listed Pakistan alongside Iran, China, Russia, and North Korea as threats due to…

The Times of India

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Kim Jong Un’s teen daughter seen driving battle tank in latest public appearance

She was accompanying her father and North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un during a large-scale military drill

The Independent UK

Teenage daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un drives tank at military drill

Kim's daughter has been frequently seen accompanying her father at high-profile military events in recent months, increasing speculation that the young girl may be groomed to be his heir.

Euronews

Kim Jong Un’s teenage daughter drives new anti-drone tank in North Korean training drill

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his teenage daughter have ridden a tank together, days after they watched rocket launches and fired pistols

The Independent UK

Tulsi Gabbard put Pakistan on a missile threat list next to Russia and North Korea

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16,000 missiles, a vengeful Iran, and an AI race America cannot afford to lose: 2026 threat assessment, explained

The 2026 Annual Threat Assessment warns of escalating global threats: a five-fold rise in missiles targeting the US, Iran seeking revenge, North Korea’s expanding arsenal, and China’s race for AI dominance. While highlighting persistent cyber, space, and nuclear challenges, the report credits Trump for border security and de-escalation efforts, noting…

The Times of India

North Korea qualifies for Women’s World Cup for first time since 2011 doping scandal

North Korea have booked their spot at next year’s Women’s World Cup

The Independent UK

On-song North Korea seal long-awaited World Cup return

A hat-trick from Hong Song-Ok in a dominant 4-0 defeat of Taiwan has ensured North Korea will return to the World Cup despite their early Asian Cup exit.

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Pakistan, China pose biggest nuclear threat to US, says Tulsi Gabbard

US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard identified Pakistan as a major nuclear threat, alongside Iran, China, Russia, and North Korea. These nations are developing advanced missile systems capable of reaching the US homeland. Gabbard also noted North Korea's growing ties with Russia and China, while stating Iran's nuclear program was effectively…

The Times of India

Jimmy Kimmel jokes Donald Trump might be ‘mad’ that 'Melania' film wasn’t nominated for Oscars

Jimmy Kimmel, presenting documentary awards at the Oscars, made pointed remarks about free speech and leaders who don't support it, referencing North Korea and CBS's decisions. He also subtly jabbed at "Melania" and Donald Trump, joking about the former First Lady's potential nomination and Trump's reaction.

International Business Times UK

North Korea Launches Nuclear-Capable Missiles — Kim Jong Un and Daughter Oversee Salvo, Raising Succession Speculation

North Korea test-fires 12 nuclear-capable missiles with Kim Jong Un and his daughter present, raising regional security concerns amid US-South Korea drills

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Raso, Catley pass concussion test, on track for China

Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is tight-lipped about what roles Steph Catley and Hayley Raso will play against China after they passed their concussion tests.

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Cory Booker calls both parties ‘feckless’ for ceding war powers to Trump

Democrat says Congress ‘doing nothing’ may embolden president to attack countries such as Cuba and North Korea

Euronews

North Korea conducts test of nuclear-capable rocket launchers

South Korea’s military said Saturday it detected about 10 ballistic missiles fired from North Korea’s capital region toward the eastern sea. The launch coincides with US-South Korean Freedom Shield training, a computer-simulated command post exercise.

International Business Times UK

North Korea Calls US–South Korea Military Drills 'Invasion Rehearsals' and Responds With 10 Ballistic Missiles

North Korea fired 10 ballistic missiles into the sea as a response to US–South Korea joint drills, raising regional tensions and concerns over diplomacy in East Asia.

The Times of India

Kim Jong Un, daughter oversee test of North Korea's 'deadly yet attractive' rocket launchers

North Korea tested nuclear-capable rocket launchers, state media reported on Sunday, a day after neighbour and rival South Korea detected the launch of around 10 ballistic missiles from the secretive state.

The Independent UK

Kim Jong Un and daughter oversee test of 12 nuclear-capable rocket launchers: ‘Very deadly yet attractive weapon’

Kim Jong Un says exercise gives enemy a ‘deep understanding of the destructive power of tactical nuclear weapon’

AAP

Matildas veteran regains her mojo ahead of semi-final

The Matildas will take on China in Tuesday night's Women's Asian Cup semi-final in Perth, and confidence is high following a fighting win over North Korea.

The Independent UK

North Korea launches ballistic missiles after condemning US-Israeli attacks on Iran

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