North Korea
The Democratic People's Republic of Korea, aka North Korea, is a land of controversies and confrontations. It has often been universally criticized for its 'dodgy' nuclear policies and its even 'dodgier' governance. The articles presented below throw some more light on it.
North Korea's Kim Jong-il Dies
North Korean state media announced Monday that Kim Jong-il had died of an apparent heart-related ailment while traveling on a train.
North Korea Facts
It is widely known that North Korea is probably one of the most closed countries in the world. Learning new North Korea facts can be quite a task because there is very little known about the country.
North Korea Scraps Military Safeguard Pact with South Korea
North Korea has scrapped an agreement with South Korea known as the Military Safeguard Pact, as tensions rise between the two neighbors...
The Clash of the Koreans: Naval Skirmish in the Yellow Sea
Local news agency, Yonhap reported yesterday of a naval clash between the North and South Korea in the waters of the Yellow Sea. While firing was done from both sides, no casualties were reported.
Playing the Waiting Game: How Kim Jong Il Beats the U.S.
Aside from his million soldiers and nuclear bombs, Kim Jong Il has one other card up his sleeve -- and it is one that is more powerful than his military: time
The Nuclear Issue in North Korea
A crisis has been set off by disclosure that the Dramatic Peoples' Republic of North Korea (DPRK) is engaged in building "a nuclear deterrent force" to meet the threats from U.S. The U.S. has argued that such a program was in complete violation of the 1994 Agreed Framework, a bilateral understanding with the U.S.
North Korea Promises Military Strikes Against South Korea
North Korea issued inflammatory statements vowing military action against South Korea after it became public that South Korean military personnel used photos of North Korea's ruling family for target practice.
North Korea Warns that Region is on the Cusp of War
North and South Korea are on the brink of war according to a statement released by the North after attacks on Tuesday and military drills yesterday.
U.S. Sends Aircraft Carrier to South Korea in Response to Attack by North
The USS George Washington is en route to South Korea to run military exercises with their military in a show of strength and solidarity against North Korea.
North and South Korea Exchange Artillery Fire, at Least Two Soldiers Killed
Casualty reports are still coming in related to an early morning exchange of artillery fire between North and South Korea, which appears to be the most hostile engagement between the two sides since the end of the Korean War
Policy on North Korea May Have to Change with Nuclear Revelations
New revelations about he scope of North Korea’s nuclear capabilities may force a change in U.S. policy.
Visit by Kim Jong Il to China Confirmed by Chinese State TV
A trip by North Korea dictator Kim Jong Il has been confirmed by Chinese State TV as well as the official North Korea media.
Abnormally High Radiation Levels Detected Near Korean Border
High amounts of radiation levels near the North Korean and South Korean border may have pointed to a nuclear test, but all investigations have shown that not to be the case.
North Korea Threatens Border Crossing Ban
After a series of moves back and forth between North and South Korea, North Korea has threatened to close the border to its neighbor to the south.
Freed Journalists were Forced into North Korea to be Arrested
Laura Ling and Euna Lee gave their first detailed accounts of their capture and imprisonment by North Korean officials.
Hillary Clinton Not Hopeful that North Korean Relations will Improve
Despite the successful release of two U.S. journalists and a personal visit between former President Bill Clinton and Kim Jong Il, Hillary does not expect relations with North Korea to improve.
US Reporter Held Captive in North Korea Calls Sister
Laura Ling was able to call her sister, Lisa Ling, from a North Korean prison late on Tuesday, the first time she had made a call in weeks.
North Korea Fires Missiles, Continues to Antagonize the World
Antagonizing the U.S., the Western World, the U.N. and the global community, North Korea launches seven missiles on July 4.
North Korea Likely to Fire Missile Toward Hawaii in Coming Weeks
A report from a Japanese news agency suggests that North Korea may soon test fire a ballistic missile in the direction of the Hawaiian Islands.
North Korea Antagonizing World Powers, Threatens U.S. Ships
Just two days after nuclear testing that drew the ire of the world, North Korea has vowed to take military action against U.S. and South Korean ships patrolling waters in the disputed maritime border between the North and South.
North Korea Ignores World Powers, Conducts Nuclear Weapons Test
North Korea ran a series of underground nuclear missiles tests yesterday, openly defying the world and, perhaps, building support before a successor to Kim Jong Il is announced.
U.S. Calls on North Korea to "Cease Its Provocative Threats"
U.S. diplomats and spokesman are calling for North Korea to end a series of provocations in the wake of tensions of a failing nuclear nonproliferation treaty.
North Korea Missile Launch Prompts U.S. Anti-Missile Ships
North Korea’s promise to launch missiles in a test in early April have the U.S. and South Korea sending missile-interceptor ships to the region.
North Korea Accuses Obama of Infringing on its Sovereignty
The North Korean military has issued a statement indicating that they believe the Obama administration is meddling in North Korean affairs, though they have offered very little detail regarding the alleged intrusion.
U.S. Bans Sales of iPods, Segways, and Harleys to North Korea
The Bush administration is planning to implement a sweeping list of trade penalties against North Korea in order to make it tougher for Kim Jong II and his elitist communist government to purchase luxury goods while the people of the country are starving.
North Korean state media announced Monday that Kim Jong-il had died of an apparent heart-related ailment while traveling on a train.
North Korea Facts
It is widely known that North Korea is probably one of the most closed countries in the world. Learning new North Korea facts can be quite a task because there is very little known about the country.
North Korea Scraps Military Safeguard Pact with South Korea
North Korea has scrapped an agreement with South Korea known as the Military Safeguard Pact, as tensions rise between the two neighbors...
The Clash of the Koreans: Naval Skirmish in the Yellow Sea
Local news agency, Yonhap reported yesterday of a naval clash between the North and South Korea in the waters of the Yellow Sea. While firing was done from both sides, no casualties were reported.
Playing the Waiting Game: How Kim Jong Il Beats the U.S.
Aside from his million soldiers and nuclear bombs, Kim Jong Il has one other card up his sleeve -- and it is one that is more powerful than his military: time
The Nuclear Issue in North Korea
A crisis has been set off by disclosure that the Dramatic Peoples' Republic of North Korea (DPRK) is engaged in building "a nuclear deterrent force" to meet the threats from U.S. The U.S. has argued that such a program was in complete violation of the 1994 Agreed Framework, a bilateral understanding with the U.S.
North Korea Promises Military Strikes Against South Korea
North Korea issued inflammatory statements vowing military action against South Korea after it became public that South Korean military personnel used photos of North Korea's ruling family for target practice.
North Korea Warns that Region is on the Cusp of War
North and South Korea are on the brink of war according to a statement released by the North after attacks on Tuesday and military drills yesterday.
U.S. Sends Aircraft Carrier to South Korea in Response to Attack by North
The USS George Washington is en route to South Korea to run military exercises with their military in a show of strength and solidarity against North Korea.
North and South Korea Exchange Artillery Fire, at Least Two Soldiers Killed
Casualty reports are still coming in related to an early morning exchange of artillery fire between North and South Korea, which appears to be the most hostile engagement between the two sides since the end of the Korean War
Policy on North Korea May Have to Change with Nuclear Revelations
New revelations about he scope of North Korea’s nuclear capabilities may force a change in U.S. policy.
Visit by Kim Jong Il to China Confirmed by Chinese State TV
A trip by North Korea dictator Kim Jong Il has been confirmed by Chinese State TV as well as the official North Korea media.
Abnormally High Radiation Levels Detected Near Korean Border
High amounts of radiation levels near the North Korean and South Korean border may have pointed to a nuclear test, but all investigations have shown that not to be the case.
North Korea Threatens Border Crossing Ban
After a series of moves back and forth between North and South Korea, North Korea has threatened to close the border to its neighbor to the south.
Freed Journalists were Forced into North Korea to be Arrested
Laura Ling and Euna Lee gave their first detailed accounts of their capture and imprisonment by North Korean officials.
Hillary Clinton Not Hopeful that North Korean Relations will Improve
Despite the successful release of two U.S. journalists and a personal visit between former President Bill Clinton and Kim Jong Il, Hillary does not expect relations with North Korea to improve.
US Reporter Held Captive in North Korea Calls Sister
Laura Ling was able to call her sister, Lisa Ling, from a North Korean prison late on Tuesday, the first time she had made a call in weeks.
North Korea Fires Missiles, Continues to Antagonize the World
Antagonizing the U.S., the Western World, the U.N. and the global community, North Korea launches seven missiles on July 4.
North Korea Likely to Fire Missile Toward Hawaii in Coming Weeks
A report from a Japanese news agency suggests that North Korea may soon test fire a ballistic missile in the direction of the Hawaiian Islands.
North Korea Antagonizing World Powers, Threatens U.S. Ships
Just two days after nuclear testing that drew the ire of the world, North Korea has vowed to take military action against U.S. and South Korean ships patrolling waters in the disputed maritime border between the North and South.
North Korea Ignores World Powers, Conducts Nuclear Weapons Test
North Korea ran a series of underground nuclear missiles tests yesterday, openly defying the world and, perhaps, building support before a successor to Kim Jong Il is announced.
U.S. Calls on North Korea to "Cease Its Provocative Threats"
U.S. diplomats and spokesman are calling for North Korea to end a series of provocations in the wake of tensions of a failing nuclear nonproliferation treaty.
North Korea Missile Launch Prompts U.S. Anti-Missile Ships
North Korea’s promise to launch missiles in a test in early April have the U.S. and South Korea sending missile-interceptor ships to the region.
North Korea Accuses Obama of Infringing on its Sovereignty
The North Korean military has issued a statement indicating that they believe the Obama administration is meddling in North Korean affairs, though they have offered very little detail regarding the alleged intrusion.
U.S. Bans Sales of iPods, Segways, and Harleys to North Korea
The Bush administration is planning to implement a sweeping list of trade penalties against North Korea in order to make it tougher for Kim Jong II and his elitist communist government to purchase luxury goods while the people of the country are starving.