North Korea

North Korea fires ballistic missile towards the sea off its east coast

North Korea launched a ballistic missile toward waters off its east coast, South Korea’s military said, as Pyongyang steps up weapons production and missile activity.

A projectile flies mid-air on the day North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a long-range strategic cruise missile launching drill, according to local media, at an unknown location, December 28, 2025, in this pictured released December 29, 2025 by North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency.
NORTH KOREAN leader Kim Jong Un visits the construction site of an 8,700-ton nuclear-powered submarine capable of launching surface-to-air missiles in this picture released by North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency on December 25, 2025.

North Korea's Kim Jong Un views submarine construction, oversees missile launch, KCNA says

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un presides over the 13th plenary meeting of the Eighth Central Committee of the ruling Workers' Party of Korea, in Pyongyang, North Korea, in this picture released by North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency, December 12, 2025.

North Korea: Japan’s move toward nuclear weapons must be 'thoroughly curbed'

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un embraces a soldier during a welcoming ceremony for members of the 528th Engineer Regiment after they returned from an overseas mission, at the April 25 Cultural and Tourism Center in Pyongyang, North Korea, December 12, 2025.

North Korean leader Kim hails troops returning from Russia mission, state media says


A world at war: These are the conflicts and tensions of nuclear-armed nations in 2024 - explainer

We may not be heading for a world war, but we could be heading for a world at war. Here's a look at the big conflicts around the world, and ones that could soon erupt, with nuclear-armed nations.

 An artistic 3D illustration of an apocalyptic scenario, possibly showing doomsday as a result of nuclear war.

North Korea set to blow up cross-border roads with South amid drone row, Seoul says

The South Korean military spokesperson warned that North Korea was making preparations to blow up the border as soon as Monday.

 A balloon believed to have been sent by North Korea, carrying various objects including what appeared to be trash and excrement, is seen over a rice field at Cheorwon, South Korea, May 29, 2024.

North Korea’s key role in supplying artillery to Russia revealed amid Ukraine war

North Korea is providing up to half of the artillery shells used by Russia in Ukraine. Experts warn of growing cooperation, including potential transfers of advanced weapons systems.

 Russia's President Vladimir Putin and North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un attend a farewell ceremony before Putin's departure at an airport in Pyongyang, North Korea June 19, 2024.

War with Iran: Nuclear dialectics of an expected conflict - opinion

Israel should clarify its nuclear stance and take action against Iran while it’s not yet nuclear to maintain its strategic advantage.

 IRAN’S SUPREME LEADER Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks during a meeting with President Masoud Pezeshkian and his cabinet in Tehran, last month.

Russian MP says Ukrainian incursion could lead to global war, RIA reports

Russia warns that Ukraine’s Western-backed attack on its territory could spark a global war, accusing NATO of involvement.

A serviceman of 24th Mechanized brigade named after King Danylo of the Ukrainian Armed Forces prepares a SPG-9 anti-tank grenade launcher to fire toward Russian troops at a front line, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the town of Chasiv Yar in Donetsk region, Ukraine August 6, 2024.

A hidden nuclear threat: North Korea’s role in Israel's security apparatus - opinion

North Korea's nuclear ambitions pose urgent threats globally, but their implications for Israel are often overlooked. Let's find out what they entail.

 HAN SONG U, North Korea’s ambassador to Iran, meets with then-Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi at a ceremony to mark the 43rd anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran, in 2022.

The unseen conflict: North Korea’s discreet war with Israel - opinion

North Korea views Israel as a satellite state of the US. Israel therefore remains a collateral damage in Pyongyang-Washington strategic rivalry.

 North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attends the 10th Plenary Meeting of the 8th Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea in Pyongyang, North Korea, in this undated photo released by North Korea's official Korean Central News Agency July 2, 2024.

North Korean hackers are stealing military secrets, US and allies say

Hackers, known as Anadriel or APT45, are stealing classified military secrets for North Korea's nuclear program. The US, Britain, and South Korea warn that these hackers target global defense firms.

 Anonymous hacker with hood and mask sitting next to computer (Illustrative).

Putin hints at changes to Russia’s nuclear doctrine amid Western tensions

Experts explain nuclear blackmail as Kremlin seeks to deter Western support for Ukraine.

 Vladimir Putin

Following first US Presidential debate, overseas allies brace for Trump return

Trump's skepticism towards NATO is causing further anxiety this time, as Russia's war in Ukraine has brought conflict to the bloc's doorstep.

 Republican candidate, former U.S. President Donald Trump, speaks as he attends a presidential debate with Democrat candidate, U.S. President Joe Biden, in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S., June 27, 2024.