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The British Deputy Defense Minister draws parallels between the current international tensions and those leading to World War II, emphasizing the unexpected involvement of North Korean soldiers in Europe.

The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport has notified Seoul City of a pre-order for the suspension of construction on the 'Garden of Gratitude' project, leading the city to acknowledge government concerns and commit to revising its procedures.

The Korean Police Agency is demanding the production company of an entertainment program to edit and apologize for an episode that supposedly disrespected deceased police officers.

North Korean soldiers captured in Ukraine are requesting to be sent to South Korea, fearing punishment for their surrender if returned home.

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-Yeol is appealing his life sentence received for insurrection after enacting wartime laws in 2024.

The Russian Embassy in Seoul has disregarded a request from the South Korean government to remove a pro-war banner displayed on its façade, marking a tense diplomatic situation ahead of the anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

South Korean authorities demand that the Russian embassy remove a banner proclaiming 'Victory Will Be Ours' displayed ahead of the anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

The Russian embassy in Seoul has displayed a banner glorifying its invasion of Ukraine, which has drawn diplomatic criticism from South Korea and other nations.

A South Korean court has sentenced former president Yoon Suk Yeol to life imprisonment for organizing a rebellion, leading him to express regret over his declaration of a short-term state of war while also labeling the verdict as political retaliation.

The South Korean government is considering joining NATO's 'Ukraine Priority Support List' to provide indirect military aid to Ukraine amidst its ongoing war with Russia.

Former South Korean president Yoon Suk-Yeol has apologized for causing suffering through the implementation of war laws in 2024 and has been sentenced to life imprisonment for rebellion.

A South Korean court has sentenced former president Yoon Suk-yeol to life imprisonment for leading a rebellion that aimed to undermine the parliament with a declared state of war.

Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to life imprisonment for attempting to suppress political opponents during a declared state of war.

A South Korean court has sentenced former President Yoon Suk-yeol to life imprisonment for treason, citing his declaration of a state of war in December 2024 as a conspiracy to incapacitate the National Assembly.

Yoon Suk-yeol, the former President of South Korea, has been sentenced to life imprisonment after being convicted of multiple crimes including inciting rebellion during a declared state of war.

The North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un's family is under scrutiny due to discussions around his daughter's potential succession, raising speculations of an impending power struggle within the family.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and his daughter inspected a newly completed housing complex for families of soldiers who died in the Ukraine war, just before the start of the Workers' Party congress in Pyongyang.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inaugurated a neighborhood in Pyongyang for families of soldiers who died fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, accompanied by his daughter Ju Ae, inaugurated a road with apartments intended for the families of soldiers who died fighting alongside Russia in the war against Ukraine.

Kim Jong Un officially handed over apartments to the families of North Korean soldiers who died in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, emphasizing a message of resilience and honor.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un announced the construction of new apartments for the families of soldiers who died fighting on the Russian side in the Ukraine war.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un unveiled a newly constructed apartment complex designated for families of soldiers who died supporting Russia in its war against Ukraine.

North Korean soldiers are increasingly taking on complex tasks in the Ukraine war, indicating a potential shift towards a more central role.

North Korean soldiers are increasingly taking on complex tasks in the war in Ukraine, indicating a potential shift towards a more central role, according to experts.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has praised the unparalleled courage of his soldiers fighting alongside Russian forces against Ukraine during a visit to a memorial site.

Reports indicate that nearly 11,000 North Korean troops are stationed in Russia's Kursk Oblast as of early 2026 to support the Russian military efforts in Ukraine.

Approximately 6000 North Korean soldiers have been killed or wounded in the war initiated by Russia against Ukraine, according to South Korean intelligence.

South Korean intelligence reports that North Korea has suffered significant military casualties while gaining tactical expertise in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Lee Sang-woong, a veteran who raised the South Korean flag during the recapture of Seoul in September 1950 amid the Korean War, has passed away at the age of 96.

South Korean intelligence reports that around 6,000 North Korean soldiers have been killed or wounded while fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine.

Ferdinand Waldo Demara Jr., who posed as a doctor aboard the HMCS Cayuga during the Korean War, managed to save lives despite having no medical training.

The Seoul city government's project to create a 'Garden of Gratitude,' originally starting with a controversial '100-meter Taegeukgi flagpole,' has faced ongoing disputes and procedural violations, leading to a potential suspension of construction.

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon asserts that the city may exercise its right to resist if the government proceeds with a stop order on the 'Garden of Remembrance' project, which commemorates veterans of the Korean War.

North Korean soldiers have enhanced their roles and capabilities in the Ukraine war, performing tasks such as operating surveillance drones and artillery strikes after 15 months of involvement.

The South Korean Supreme Court ruled that Nishimatsu Construction, a Japanese company involved in forced labor during the colonial era, must compensate the families of the victims.

A court ruling deemed the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's dismissal of a truth application regarding victims of the Daejeon Reporters' Association as illegal, citing a lack of proper investigation.

Ahead of the upcoming inauguration of the third Truth and Reconciliation Commission, survivors' groups and civic organizations of Korean War civilian victims demand that the government and National Assembly ensure the committee responsible for collective civilian casualties consists entirely of relevant experts.

The article discusses the traumatic legacy of a mother and son connected to a mass execution during the Korean War, exploring the psychological impacts and historical context surrounding their lives.

Ukrainian intelligence reports that North Korean troops are actively participating in the conflict on Russia's side, with deployments noted in Kursk Oblast.

South Korean YouTuber Jeon Han-gil returned to the country after 162 days abroad, amidst investigations for charges of sedition and spreading false information, while reiterating support for the former president accused of sedition.

The article discusses the escalating military collaboration between Russia and North Korea amid the Ukraine war, highlighting how missile supplies from North Korea are aiding Russia in its conflict with Ukraine.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent a letter to Vladimir Putin promising eternal and unconditional support, as military cooperation between North Korea and Russia has significantly strengthened since the start of the war in Ukraine.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un emphasized the shared sacrifices between North Korea and Russia in the Ukraine war during his New Year's message to President Vladimir Putin.

Two North Korean soldiers captured in Ukraine expressed their desire to defect to South Korea after being wounded and taken prisoner while fighting alongside Russian forces.

The article discusses a meeting in Hanoi with Lenka, a prominent figure amidst the backdrop of an earlier story about North Korean war orphans who found refuge in Czechoslovakia.