Travis King, a 23-year-old soldier, entered North Korea last month citing his dissatisfaction with the inhumane treatment and racial discrimination within the US Army, according to state-run news agency KCNA. This is the first official comment from Pyongyang regarding King, who crossed from South Korea without permission on July 18. KCNA reported that King expressed …
North Korea has officially confirmed that Army Pvt. Travis King is present in its territory, marking the first public acknowledgment of his presence. The 23-year-old reportedly entered North Korean territory by sprinting across the heavily guarded border between North and South Korea during a tour of the demilitarized zone in July. According to the state-run …
1/5 Japan’s Emperor Naruhito led a ceremony honoring the nation’s war dead on the 78th anniversary of its surrender in World War II. Photo by Keizo Mori/UPI | License Photo Aug. 15 (UPI) — Japan commemorated the 78th anniversary of its official surrender in World War II by remembering those who lost their lives in …
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has issued an order for factories to significantly increase missile production. The aim is to ensure preparedness for any potential conflict with adversaries, as reported by state media on Monday. During his visit to munitions factories, including one that manufactures tactical missiles, on August 11 and 12, Kim set …
Kim Jong Un appears to be taking decisive action to enhance his military preparedness. The nation’s top general, Gen. Pak Su Il, has been “dismissed” after just seven months in the position, according to a report from KCNA cited by Reuters. Gen. Ri Yong Gil, a former defense minister and chief of staff of the …
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered the military to enhance its war plans in response to increasing tensions on the Korean Peninsula, as the United States and South Korea prepare for joint military drills, according to state media reports. Kim chaired a meeting of the country’s central military commission, where he urged the …
North Korea is extending an invitation to foreign golfers to participate in a golf tournament in Pyongyang, with the hope of fostering camaraderie between international and North Korean players. This unexpected move comes as North Korea gradually opens up following the attendance of Chinese and Russian officials at a recent military parade. While North Korea …
Kim Jong Un presides over a military parade while accompanied by Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Li Hongzhong, vice-chairman of the Standing Committee of the Chinese National People’s Congress on July 27. File Photo by KCNA/UPI | License Photo Aug. 6 (UPI) — The permanent mission of North Korea to the United Nations described …
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un embarked on a three-day tour of the country’s crucial weapons factories, which produce artillery systems and launch vehicles for nuclear-capable ballistic missiles. He vowed to expedite efforts to enhance the military’s armaments and readiness, according to state media on Sunday. Kim’s inspections coincided with …
The status of Army Pvt. Travis King, who has been held in North Korean custody since last month, has not yet been determined by the United States. While the 23-year-old King may not receive prisoner of war (POW) status, it is important to note that he was not in uniform when he voluntarily crossed into …