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North Korea hosting Chinese, Russian delegations for Korean War armisticeThe visits suggest North Korea is further opening up after years of pandemic isolation and is eager to showcase its partnerships with authoritarian neighbours.WorldJul 26, 2023
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North Korea threatens to shoot down alleged U.S. ‘spy planes’ in regionKim Yo Jong, sister of Kim Jong Un, claimed Pyongyang would react to perceived U.S. interference, leading to "shocking" consequences.WorldJul 11, 2023
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North Korea has reported 65 deaths amid COVID-19 outbreak. Experts are skepticalThe country says 2.24 million people have fallen ill in its first reported COVID-19 outbreak, as outside experts question the validity of its reported fatalities.WorldMay 19, 2022
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Another spike in suspect COVID-19 cases reported in North KoreaNorth Korea on Wednesday reported 232,880 new cases of fever and another six deaths as leader Kim Jong Un accused officials of "immaturity'' and "slackness."WorldMay 17, 2022
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U.S. envoy arrives in Seoul for talks over North Korea’s increased missile launchesThe U.S. envoy for North Korea arrived in Seoul on Monday for talks with his South Korean counterparts on ways to address Pyongyang's increased missile launches.WorldApr 17, 2022
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North Korea stages pared-down military parade featuring hazmat suits, few weaponsSome conventional weapons were on display, including multiple rocket launchers and tractors carrying anti-tank missiles, but no ballistic missiles were featured.WorldSep 9, 2021
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South Korea expresses concerns after missile unveiled during North Korea military paradeWhile some experts say they could be mock-ups of missiles under development, their disclosures suggest North Korea has been continuously pushing to boost its weapons capability amid a stalemate in nuclear diplomacy with the United States.PoliticsOct 11, 2020
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North Korea unveils new weapons during large military paradeNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un took centre stage at a massive military parade and public rally in Pyongyang early Saturday marking the 75th anniversary of the country's ruling party.WorldOct 10, 2020
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Why the international community should root for Kim Jong Un’s healthThere is only one reason that Kim’s heart problems get international attention, Matthew Fisher says. "It is, of course, because North Korea has nuclear weapons."CommentaryApr 27, 2020
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Trump praises North Korea after missile tests: ‘He will do the right thing’Trump praised the North Korean leader in his tweets, saying he has a “great and beautiful vision for his country.”WorldAug 2, 2019
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