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Chinese state media largely silent on anniversary of Korean War outbreak
Only one English-language article discusses date to criticize US, while making no mention of North Korea’s invasion
US reaffirms commitment to North Korea’s denuclearization after Iran strikes
But State Department declines to comment on what US will do if it can’t resolve DPRK nuclear issue through diplomacy
Military solution to North Korea nuclear issue is ‘unimaginable’: ROK nominee
Unification minister candidate stresses diplomacy and avoiding war following US military strikes on Iran
Russian airline eyes direct commercial flights to Pyongyang from Moscow
Norwind Airlines submits request to operate route twice a week amid Russia’s flourishing ties with North Korea
Russian Far East entrepreneurs visit North Korea to discuss joint ventures
Delegation from Khabarovsk reaches deals on construction, oil, food and more despite UN sanctions on the DPRK
Lee Jae-myung taps familiar faces to lead fresh push for North Korea diplomacy
Cabinet nominees include Sunshine Policy veterans and civilian defense minister, highlighting ROK pivot toward dialogue
Trump’s Iran airstrikes test Kim Jong Un’s nerves — and his appetite for talks
Experts tell NK News Kim Jong Un must now weigh fear of a first strike against confidence in nuclear deterrence
DPRK denounces US strike on Iran, calls strike ‘grave breach’ of UN Charter
North Korea brands Operation Midnight Hammer violation of sovereignty, blames Israel and US for fueling tensions
Moscow eyes Pyongyang as location for next ‘Russian House’ culture center
Russia’s soft power agency, accused of spying and propaganda, to boost student exchanges and cultural outreach in DPRK
North Korea buys station wagon from China, as food imports drive bilateral trade
Shipment of $38K vehicle likely violates UN sanctions, while outsourcing schemes for wigs and clothing continue