December 2017
South Korea Seizes Panama-Flagged Oil Tanker on Suspicion of Oil Trade with North Korea
South Korea has seized a Panama-flagged oil tanker suspected of evading sanctions against North Korea. This action is part of ongoing efforts to enforce UN…
North Korea on 2018: Do Not Expect Our Policy to Change
North Korea has declared that its nuclear and missile policies will not change in 2018, citing ongoing U.S. military exercises and sanctions as reasons for…
Russian Tankers Have Supplied Fuel to North Korea by Sea
Russian tankers have reportedly supplied fuel to North Korea at least three times in recent months, violating UN sanctions. This activity raises concerns about ongoing…
North Korea: New UN Sanctions Are an Act of War
North Korea has condemned new UN sanctions as acts of war and threats to its territorial integrity, warning of military retaliation. The sanctions were imposed…
Tillerson: Pressures on North Korea Will Not Decrease
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland announced the formation of a new international group to increase pressure on North…
The United States Holds North Korea Responsible for the Widespread Ransomware Attack 'WannaCry'
The U.S. has officially accused North Korea of being responsible for the 'WannaCry' ransomware attack that caused billions in damages globally. This accusation, made by…
Trump to Announce New U.S. Security Strategy
Donald Trump is set to announce a new U.S. national security strategy emphasizing 'America First' and criticizing China, with Iran also expected to be a…
Russia Responds to US Accusations of 'Non-Cooperation' on North Korea
Russia's UN representative responded to US accusations of non-cooperation regarding North Korea, asserting that the US is to blame for the lack of collaboration. Trump…
U.S. Secretary of State: North Korea Must Show It Deserves Negotiation
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson stated that North Korea must demonstrate its willingness to negotiate before talks can resume, emphasizing continued pressure until it…
The White House Reports on Trump's Phone Conversation with Putin Regarding the North Korean Crisis
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin discussed the North Korean crisis in a phone call, emphasizing cooperation to resolve the situation. The conversation also touched on…
White House: No Negotiations with North Korea Until Behavior is Changed
The White House has stated that the U.S. will not engage in negotiations with North Korea until it changes its behavior, particularly in relation to…
Tillerson Announces U.S. Readiness to Negotiate Unconditionally with North Korea
Rex Tillerson announced that the U.S. is ready to negotiate unconditionally with North Korea, marking a potential shift in diplomatic strategy. This comes amid ongoing…
In the Aftermath of New York Explosion, Trump Calls for Immigration Reform
Donald Trump has called for immigration reforms following a subway bombing in New York by a Bangladeshi-American, which he attributes to negligence in the immigration…
Japan Announces Joint Missile Defense Drill with the U.S. and South Korea
Japan is conducting a joint missile defense exercise with the U.S. and South Korea in response to North Korea's recent missile activities. This drill highlights…
UN's Request to North Korea for Communication Channel to Reduce Conflict Risk
The UN's Jeffrey Feltman visited North Korea to discuss establishing communication channels to prevent conflict and emphasized the need for diplomatic solutions amid rising tensions.…
North Korea: The Question Now Is When Will War Begin
North Korea has warned that the onset of war on the Korean Peninsula is imminent as the U.S. and South Korea conduct their largest air…
The Start of the 'Largest' Air Exercise by the U.S. and South Korea
The U.S. and South Korea have launched a significant air exercise in response to North Korea's missile threats. This military drill, described as the largest…
U.S. National Security Advisor: The Risk of War with North Korea Increases Daily
U.S. National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster warned that the risk of war with North Korea is increasing, emphasizing the need for urgent action. The U.S.…
Trump Denies Reports of Tillerson's Dismissal
President Trump denied reports that Secretary of State Rex Tillerson would be dismissed, calling the media claims 'fake news.' This marks a significant show of…