South Korea to rule on first transgender soldier
The case has sparked a wider discussion in the socially conservative country about the rights of gay and transgender South Koreans. During a briefing Thursday, a South Korean Defense Ministry …
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North Korea: South Korea’s President Moon Jae-in says door still open for talks
Speaking at a news conference Tuesday, Moon said the recent birthday message sent by US President Donald Trump to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un should be considered a good …
North Korea: Why killing Qasem Soleimani may matter for US talks
If the US military conducted a limited series of strikes on North Korea, would it scare Kim Jong Un enough to stop the young leader’s dogged pursuit for nuclear weapons …
South Korea National assembly brawl: Ex-PM Hwang Kyo-ahn among 29 politicians charged
A total of 37 people, including rival lawmakers and their aides, have been indicted on charges that include assault and violation of the National Assembly law, Seoul Southern District Prosecutor’s …
Lahir menjelang Natal di ‘Kapal Mukjizat’ yang membawa 14.000 pengungsi Korea Utara: ‘Bidan memotong ari-ariku dengan menggigit’
Hak atas foto Lee Gyong-pil Image caption Lee Gyong-pil, diberi nama Kimchi 5 ketika lahir di kapal muatan yang diperuntukkan bagi 60 awak, tapi harus mengangkut 14.000 pengungsi. Hampir 70 …
North Korea warns US could ‘pay dearly’ for human rights criticism
The statement is just the latest in a slew of threats coming from North Korea. Earlier this month, a top North Korean official said the country will send a “Christmas …
North Korea: US special envoy Stephen Biegun urges Kim Jong Un to restart nuclear talks
Speaking at a news conference during a trip to South Korea on Monday, Biegun addressed North Korean authorities directly, saying, “It is time for us to do our jobs. Let’s …
North Korea says it conducted another ‘crucial test’ at missile site
It was not immediately clear what was tested, but the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported that the test would bolster North Korea’s “reliable strategic nuclear deterrent.” The launch occurred …
North Korea says it has conducted a ‘significant’ test at a missile site
According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), the test produced a “successful result” and was of “great significance” and that it will “change the strategic position of North Korea …
North Korea missiles: New satellite image shows activity at previously dismantled test site
The commercial satellite imagery, which was captured on Thursday by Planet Labs, shows new activity at Sohae Satellite Launching Station and the presence of a large shipping container at the …