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North Korea tests cluster-bomb warhead capable of 'reducing any target to ashes'

North Korea tested military technologies, including a cluster-bomb warhead of a tactical ballistic missile capable of “reducing any target to ashes,” the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported on Thursday.

2026-04-09

North Korea's Kim oversees ground test of new high-thrust missile engine: KCNA

North Korea's Kim Jong-un oversaw a successful ground test of a high-thrust solid-fuel missile engine, part of a five-year defense plan to enhance strategic military capabilities, according to state media.

2026-03-29

Is North Korea developing a deadlier ICBM? Kim's visit to research center suggests yes.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un visited a missile research facility Monday, a day before his trip to China, and signaled the development of a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), the Hwasong-20, state media reported Tuesday.

2025-09-02

Bulgogi and foie gras? New North Korean restaurant offers surprising delicacies.

A new restaurant in Pyongyang is drawing attention for serving foie gras and Korean hansik under one roof — an unusual pairing in North Korea that signals a push to attract wealthy locals and foreign tourists with tastes for global fine dining.

2025-07-16

Kim Jong-un celebrates completion of Pyongyang housing project with South Korean-style internet cafe

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un attended the completion ceremony of the third phase of a large-scale housing development project in the Hwasong area of Pyongyang on Wednesday.

2025-04-16

Russia may have helped North Korea develop latest ICBM: South's defense chief

South Korea's defense minister said Monday there were no signs that the North tested a new rocket engine before launching the Hwasong-19 ICBM last month, raising suspicions that it received technical assistance from Russia.

2024-11-11

South, U.S., Japan stage joint air drills in response to North's ICBM launch

South Korea, the United States and Japan staged joint air drills on Sunday in response to North Korea's recent launch of a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), according to Seoul's Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS).

2024-11-03

North Korea testing missile with the range to strike the United States

North Korea successfully tested its Hwasong-19 ICBM, claiming it has advanced range and capabilities. The launch drew international condemnation.

2024-11-01

Fireworks based on North Korea's 'monster ICBM' on sale at Pyongyang toy store

Fireworks modeled after North Korea’s new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) "Hwasong-17” were seen at a store in Pyongyang. This comes the wife of leader Kim Jong-un was spotted wearing a necklace with a pendant in the shape of an ICBM.

2024-05-20

Inter-Korean tensions soar to new heights [REWIND 2023]

Inter-Korean tensions showed no signs of abating in 2023 as the North tested a new solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) in April, followed by its first successful launch of a military spy satellite into orbit in November.

2023-12-24