Closer ties between Russia and North Korea could weaken Beijing’s leverage over both countries and set back China’s efforts to stabilize its ties with the West.
Tag: Pyongyang (North Korea)
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North Korea Stays Silent on U.S. Soldier Who Fled Into the Country
It may take days or weeks for the country to acknowledge that it has Pvt. Travis T. King in custody, and past practices suggest its response will be determined by Mr. King’s motive.
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Is Kim Jong-un’s ‘Most Beloved Daughter’ North Korea’s Next Leader?
Her appearances in state media, most recently in undated photos released on New Year’s Day, have triggered growing speculation about succession plans in the country.
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Two Dogs, Two Presidents and a History of Political Attacks in Seoul
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un gifted two pups to South Korea as a symbol of peace. Now the canines have become victims of a political squabble between leaders in the South.
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Was North Korea’s New ICBM Test Faked? Not Entirely.
South Korea says Kim Jong-un disguised an older missile as a new one to exaggerate his country’s weapons achievements when he badly needs political leverage.