Han Kwang-song’s recent appearances in World Cup qualifiers were his first ones overseas since 2020, when U.N. sanctions led to an involuntary career break.
Tag: North Korea
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North Korea Launches Rocket With Its First Spy Satellite
The country had failed to put such a satellite into orbit in its two previous attempts at such a launch. This time, it was getting help from Russia, according to South Korea.
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Travis King, Soldier Who Entered North Korea, Faces Desertion Charge
The Army is also accusing Pvt. Travis T. King of other crimes including assaulting other soldiers and child pornography, according to a charging document.
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North Korea Shipped Arms to Russia for Use in Ukraine, U.S. Says
American intelligence agencies tracked a shipment of 1,000 containers of military equipment and munitions from North Korea to Russia, according to the White House.
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North Korea May Have Seen Little Benefit in Keeping Travis King
Why did the North expel Pvt. Travis T. King, rather than use him for its own purposes? Analysts say he was probably considered more of a burden than an asset.