February 2003
The International Atomic Energy Agency Condemns North Korea for Resuming Construction of Its Main Nuclear Reactor - 2003-02-28
The IAEA has condemned North Korea for resuming construction of its nuclear reactor, indicating a disregard for international commitments. U.S. officials reported that North Korea…
South Korean Press: North Korea Launched a Missile into the Sea - 2003-02-25
North Korea launched a missile into the sea, as reported by South Korean media. This action raises tensions in the region, particularly between North Korea,…
New South Korean President Calls North Korea's Nuclear Crisis a Major Threat to Global Peace
Roh Moo-hyun was inaugurated as South Korea's new president and labeled North Korea's nuclear crisis a major threat to global peace, urging dialogue. Tensions escalated…
Non-Aligned Movement - Agreement on Iraq, Disagreement on North Korea - 2003-02-24
The Non-Aligned Movement is set to hold a summit where it will call for Iraq to comply with UN resolutions regarding weapons inspections while failing…
Former South Korean President: Understanding and Negotiation Between North Korea and the U.S. is the Key to Ending the Nuclear Crisis
Former South Korean President Kim Dae-jung called for direct negotiations between the U.S. and North Korea to resolve nuclear issues as he concluded his presidency.…
Failure of the Non-Aligned Movement Summit in Malaysia to Reach a Joint Position on North Korea
The Non-Aligned Movement's summit in Malaysia has failed to achieve a unified stance on North Korea's nuclear ambitions, with negotiations on a resolution being halted.…
Japan to Launch Two Satellites into Space
Japan plans to launch two satellites on March 28 to enhance its surveillance capabilities, particularly concerning natural disasters and North Korean missile activities. This marks…
North Korea Asks Non-Aligned Movement to Hold the U.S. Responsible for Its Nuclear Crisis
North Korea is urging the Non-Aligned Movement to blame the U.S. for its nuclear crisis at an upcoming summit in Malaysia. This request has met…
US Military Officials Plan Joint Military Exercise with South Korea Next Month
US military officials are set to conduct a joint military exercise with South Korea next month despite tensions with North Korea. This announcement follows North…
Hyundai Admits to Secretly Sending 500 Million Dollars to North Korea in 2000
Hyundai has confessed to sending 500 million dollars to North Korea to secure business rights and facilitate a historic summit in 2000. This revelation has…
North Korea Criticizes the International Atomic Energy Agency
North Korea has condemned the IAEA for seeking UN intervention in its nuclear crisis, calling its experts U.S. agents and claiming the agency has no…
International Atomic Energy Agency Decides to Refer North Korea's Nuclear Issue to the UN Security Council - 2003-02-13
The IAEA has decided to refer North Korea's nuclear activities to the UN Security Council due to violations of international nuclear safety regulations. Russia and…
Pyongyang Can Attack American Targets Worldwide If Provoked - 2003-02-13
A senior North Korean diplomat claimed that the country could target American interests globally if provoked, highlighting its long-range missile capabilities. The CIA Director confirmed…
Forty-Four More Japanese Added to List of Abductees by North Korea - 2003-02-11
A total of forty-four more Japanese nationals have been added to the list of those believed to have been abducted by North Korea for espionage…
Colin Powell: Stalling on North Korea's Nuclear Weapons Program Does Not Create Tension - 2003-02-10
Colin Powell emphasized that while stalling on North Korea's nuclear program is concerning, it does not lead to immediate tension. He rejected North Korea's request…
U.S. Secretary of State: Confrontation with North Korea over its Nuclear Program is Worrisome
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell expressed concerns about the ongoing confrontation with North Korea regarding its nuclear program, emphasizing the need for multilateral negotiations.…
President Bush and Chinese President Discuss North Korean Nuclear Crisis Today
President Bush and Chinese President Jiang Zemin held a phone conversation regarding the North Korean nuclear crisis, with both leaders emphasizing the need for a…
North Korea Warns the United States Again - 2003-02-07
North Korea has issued a warning to the U.S. regarding military buildup in East Asia, predicting disastrous consequences. President Bush aims for a diplomatic resolution,…
North Korea Intensifies Rhetoric Against the United States - 2003-02-06
North Korea has escalated its threats against the U.S., claiming that any American attack on its nuclear sites would trigger a full-scale war. This comes…
North Korea's State Radio Accuses US Military Officials of Conspiring to Crush North Korea - 2003-02-04
North Korea's state radio accused US military officials of plotting against the country amid US plans to increase its military presence in the Pacific. The…
Bribery Allegations in President Kim Dae-jung's Government, South Korea - 2003-02-03
South Korean prosecutors have paused their investigation into bribery allegations against President Kim Dae-jung's administration regarding payments to North Korea for a summit. The new…