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Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskiy says North Korean troop contingent in Russia could grow to 100,000
The number of North Korean troops stationed inside Russia could grow to 100,000, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday (November 19, 2024).Kyiv and its Western allies say North Korea has supplied Russia with weaponry and troops to bolst...
4B movement: How a South Korean campaign finds grounds in the US after Trump 2.0
The 4B movement is fast gaining momentum in the US after Donald Trump¡¯s victory in US elections. Originally from South Korea, the 4B movement calls for shunning heterosexual bonds. Searches for the trend have spiked online after Trump won the US Presidential elections o...
5 Things: North Korean troops in Ukraine ¨C Could this lead to World War III?
North Korea is sending troops to assist Moscow's war effort in Ukraine. Though North Korea boasts one of the world's largest militaries, with 1.2 million soldiers, it has not been involved in a major conflict since the Korean War (1950-1953). Sending troops to the Ukrainian...
After Putin, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un warns of nuclear war, accuses US of provocation
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has warned that the world is on the brink of a third global conflict, accusing the United States of escalating tensions and provocations. Kim highlighted the unprecedented risks of nuclear war on the Korean Peninsula and criti...
¡®Will do everything to¡¡¯: Putin¡¯s big warning after Ukraine attacks Russia using ATACMS missiles
Ukraine has reportedly used US long-range ATACMS missiles to strike inside Russia for the first time, targeting a military depot in the Bryansk region. This comes just days after President Joe Biden authorised their use, reversing months of hesitation ov...
LIVE | UNSC discusses North Korea's latest ballistic missile launch and nuclear non-proliferation
UN Security Council convenes to discuss North Korea's latest intercontinental ballistic missile launch and nuclear non-proliferation.LIVE | UNSC discusses North Korea's latest ballistic missile launch and nuclear non-proliferation
Russia-Ukraine war to escalate into WWIII? Moscow miffed as US allows Kyiv to use long-range missiles
President Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to use a powerful American long-range weapon for limited strikes inside Russia in response to North Korea¡¯s deployment of thousands of troops to aid Moscow¡¯s war effort, according to two senior US officials
North vs South Korea escalates; What¡¯s behind Kim Jong Un¡¯s diktat to cut off roads linking to Seoul
Amid escalating tensions, North Korea has blown up parts of inter-Korean roads and rail lines on October 15, 2024. The explosions, which targeted northern sections connected to South Korea, prompted a response from Seoul¡¯s military, who fired warning
Paris Olympics: 'Great feeling¡', Sarabjot Singh¡¯s first reaction after winning bronze
Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh won a historic bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team shooting event after defeating South Korea on Day 4 of the Paris Olympics 2024. After winning the bronze medal, Sarabjot Singh said that it was a great feeling while his co
'All nonsense¡,' Russian President Putin debunks Trump¡¯s alleged ¡®private conversations¡¯ with him
Kazan (Russia): American Journalist asked Russian President Putin, ¡°Mr President, we are weeks away from the US election. Russia again is accused of interfering, and that you have had private conversations with former President [Donald] Trump. Have you
Dinner with Kim Jong Un or George Soros? EAM Jaishankar's clever reply goes viral
New Delhi: On being asked to choose between having dinner with North Korea¡¯s Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un and George Soros, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar gave a clever reply saying, ¡°This is Navratri, I¡¯m fasting¡¡± Dinner with Kim Jong Un or George Soros? EAM
Trump mocks Obama, calls former US President 'a real jerk': 'Kim Jong Un didn't respect him¡'
Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump accused former President Barack Obama of creating divisions in the country and branded him as 'a real jerk'. During his address, Trump claimed that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un 'has no respect' for the United
Zelensky at UNGA: ¡®Nuclear Disaster from war won¡¯t respect borders¡¯
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, at UNGA urged global leaders to stand firm against Russia¡¯s aggression. Zelensky has been lobbying for permission to use Western weapons to strike deeper into Russian territory. He portrayed Russia as a threat to countries beyond Ukraine. ¡®A T
North Korea offers rare glimpse into secretive facility to produce nuclear materials
North Korean state media Friday released images of leader Kim Jong Un visiting a Nuclear Weapons Institute, watching a rocket test, and handling guns at a special forces display. North Korea offers rare glimpse into secretive facility to produce nuclear materials
15th August: Five countries that share Independence Day with India
On August 15, 1947, India gained independence after almost two centuries of British colonial rule. This date is now celebrated annually as Independence Day. In 2024, the nation will mark its 78th year of freedom. However, India is not the only country to have gained independence on t
North Korea floods: Kim Jong Un allegedly executes govt officials for their 'failure', says report
North Korea¡¯s Kim Jong Un reportedly ordered execution of Govt officials for their ¡®failure¡¯ to prevent the severe flooding, local media in Seoul reported. South Korean spy agency the National Intelligence Service said that it closely monitoring the si
Russian Prez Putin meets Kim Jong Un in North Korea, thanks him for 'unwavering support' on Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in North Korea, marking his first visit to the capital in 24 years. This visit is expected to reshape Russia-North Korea relations, as both nations face international isolation. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un
South Korea supplying weapons to Ukraine would be 'a very big mistake': Russian President Vladimir Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that supplying weapons to Ukraine would be "a very big mistake" on South Korea's part. "I hope it doesn't happen. If it happens, then we will be making relevant decisions that are unlikely to please
Putin's Pyongyang, Hanoi visit: Russia, North Korea, Vietnam's message to the world
Russia signed a strategic partnership treaty with North Korea to replace the old one. In this context, Moscow reserves the right to supply weapons to other countries and regions. Putin said: 'We are talking about it openly, and you don't need to do electronic intelli
North Korea tests 'super-large' cruise missile warhead and new anti-aircraft missile
North Korea said Saturday it tested a ¡°super-large¡± cruise missile warhead and a new anti-aircraft missile in a western coastal area as it expands military capabilities in the face of deepening tensions with the United States and South Korea.North Korea tests 'super
Kim-Putin Summit: North Korea media goes public with details of new Russia treaty - AP Explains
North Korean media has on Thursday gone public with the details of the country's latest agreement with Russia. The North¡¯s official Korean Central News Agency said the deal requires both countries to use all available means to provide immediate military a
Kim-Putin Summit 2024: North Korea, Russia vow to battle US-led sanctions
South Korea: Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked North Korea for supporting his actions in Ukraine and said their countries will cooperate closely to overcome U.S.-led sanctions as he visits Pyongyang on June 18 for a summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.Kim-Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in Vietnam for a state visit after North Korea
Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in Vietnam to talk with the country¡¯s Communist leaders after concluding a defence pact with North Korea. Putin¡¯s aircraft touched down in Hanoi early on Thursday and Vietnam is the final stop on his two-nation tour of
North Korea: Kim Jong Un tells young soldiers to be more prepared for a war than ever, says report
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called on young soldiers to ¡°be more thoroughly prepared for a war than ever before¡±, during a visit to a university this week. According to a report from the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on Thursday, Kim m
Russia vetoes monitoring of UN sanctions against North Korea
Russia vetoed a U.N. resolution on Thursday, effectively abolishing the monitoring of U.N. sanctions against North Korea by a panel of U.N. experts.The Security Council resolution sponsored by the United States would have extended the mandate of the panel for a year, but Russia¡¯s veto will
North Korea conducts Intercontinental Ballistic Missile test; Japan, S Korea, US raise concern at UN
Japan, S Korea & US raised alarm over North Korea's recent Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) test at the UN. This missile has a potential range exceeding 15,000 km (9,300 miles). It is capable of reaching any part of the United States. Follow
South Korea opposition leader Lee Jae-Myung attacked during Busan visit; motive unknown
South Korea's opposition Democratic Party leader Lee Jae-myung was stabbed in the neck during a visit to the southern city of Busan on Tuesday and was airlifted to Seoul after receiving emergency treatment, party and emergency officials said. Lee, who narrowly lo
North Korea's Kim Jong Un orders military to 'accelerate' war preparations; South vows retaliation
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called for bolstered war readiness to repel what he said were unprecedented United States-led confrontational moves, state media reported on Thursday, as rival South Korea vowed a stern retaliation against any provocatio
Asian Kabaddi Championship 2023: Indian men¡¯s team receives warm welcome from fans and family at Delhi airport
The Indian team that defeated Iran in Asian Kabaddi Championship 2023 in Busan, Korea, returned to India on July 1. Players, along with team coaches, were cherished by the family and fans outside the Delhi airport. Meanwhile, India put up a
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