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๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

Podcast: 'On Point': The Consequences of the Attacks on the Largest Gas Field in the World

The article discusses Israel's attacks on Iranian gas facilities in the South Pars gas field, leading to retaliatory strikes by Iran on Qatari facilities in North Dome, escalating the conflict in the Iran War.

Mar 19 โ€ข 15:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Nuclear weapons: Kim Jong-un's survival calculation amid the war in Iran

Analysts speculate how ongoing tensions in Iran might influence U.S. interventionism and its implications for North Korea under Kim Jong-un.

Mar 19 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Residents in countries near North Korea fear Iran war leaves them exposed

Residents in Japan and South Korea express anxiety about their safety as the US shifts military assets away from the region amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 19 โ€ข 03:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

Billions for North Korea. Putin grateful for support in aggression against Ukraine

A South Korean report highlights North Korea's military support to Russia amidst the Ukraine conflict and the financial implications of their arms exports.

Mar 17 โ€ข 16:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

11 million artillery shells: revealed how North Korea rescued Russia

A recent investigation reveals that North Korea has secretly supplied Russia with between 8 to 11 million artillery shells over the past two and a half years, helping bolster its artillery operations in the war against Ukraine.

Mar 16 โ€ข 15:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Foreign Minister Valtonen does not see NATO as a party in Iran: 'NATO is a defense alliance and does not start wars'

Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen stated that NATO is not involved in the war in Iran and emphasized its role as a defense alliance focused on North Atlantic security.

Mar 16 โ€ข 15:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

Nuclear, drones, decapitation: the lessons Kim learned from the war in Iran

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is observing the Iran conflict, considering critical strategic lessons regarding military vulnerabilities, drone warfare, and the risks of political decapitation.

Mar 16 โ€ข 08:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Pressure Proxy Game Amid Iran War? China Active on Taiwan, Kim Pressures Korea-Japan

The article discusses heightened tensions in Asia, with China increasing pressure on Taiwan and North Korea threatening Japan and South Korea as the Iran-US-Israel conflict continues.

Mar 16 โ€ข 07:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

Experiencing Lessons from the Previous Round, Security Personnel in Northern Settlements Prepare Again for War

Israeli reserve soldiers stationed near Metula have been called back for duty as tensions in the north rise, necessitating active preparations for potential conflicts.

Mar 15 โ€ข 04:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

North Korea Fires Ballistic Missile Amid Iran-Israel War! Neighboring Countries on Alert

North Korea has launched a missile towards the sea from its eastern coast, coinciding with ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 14 โ€ข 05:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Fan-favourite Lord of the Rings game may finally be making a comeback

The beloved co-op game 'Lord of the Rings: War in the North' from 2011 may be returning to the gaming market.

Mar 13 โ€ข 12:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

War, Iran will not participate in the American World Cup

Iran has announced that its men's national soccer team will not participate in the upcoming World Cup in North America amid ongoing military operations in the country.

Mar 11 โ€ข 13:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
World

North Korea Observes the War in Iran and Feels Justified: Nuclear Weapons are Essential

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un claims that the recent successful missile launch demonstrates the progressive advancement of his country's nuclear-armed naval capabilities, which he sees as essential for regime survival.

Mar 11 โ€ข 12:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

North Korea recognizes new supreme leader of Iran and criticizes war in the country

North Korea officially supports Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran's new supreme leader while condemning U.S. and Israeli actions in the region.

Mar 11 โ€ข 07:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
World

Football, war, and power: J.K. Rowling and Martรญn Caparrรณs spark debate on social media

Writers J.K. Rowling and Martรญn Caparrรณs have ignited discussions on social media about the intersections of politics and football amid global crises and the upcoming World Cup in North America.

Mar 10 โ€ข 15:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

US Missile Shortages: How the War in Iran Weakens the Defense of South Korea and Taiwan

The article discusses how the US's reallocation of missile defense systems from Asia to the Middle East impacts the defense capabilities of South Korea and Taiwan amidst growing threats from China and North Korea.

Mar 10 โ€ข 13:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
World

Trumpโ€™s Iran war will reinforce North Koreaโ€™s view that nuclear weapons are the only path to security

North Korea's missile test and comments from Kim Jong-un suggest that the regime is increasingly convinced that nuclear weapons are essential for its security, especially in light of the ongoing conflict involving the US and Iran.

Mar 10 โ€ข 02:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

[Interview] Is war in Iran the beginning of the end for nuclear nonproliferation?

An expert warns that the war initiated by the US against Iran could signal the decline of global nuclear nonproliferation efforts rather than achieving their intended goals.

Mar 9 โ€ข 08:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

North Korea's 'Two States' Declaration as a Survival Strategy, Not War... Dramatic Reduction in War Risks

Analysts suggest that North Korea's declaration of 'hostile two states' and its closer ties with Russia indicate a shift towards a 'defensive survival strategy,' reducing the risk of war on the Korean Peninsula.

Mar 9 โ€ข 06:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Alert, Kim Jong-un... Trump has sent US troops to Korea, war preparations begin

The U.S. has begun large-scale military exercises called 'Freedom Shield' in South Korea amidst heightened tensions with North Korea.

Mar 9 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Age of War: Crisis and Opportunity in the Demilitarized Zone [Column by Kim Yeon-cheol]

The article discusses the precarious security situation on the Korean Peninsula amidst rising tensions and military posturing, emphasizing the vital need for diplomatic engagement and management of inter-Korean relations.

Mar 8 โ€ข 09:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
World

Turkey may deploy F-16s to north Cyprus amid Middle East war

Turkey is contemplating deploying F-16 fighter jets to Northern Cyprus in response to regional security concerns following a drone attack on the island.

Mar 7 โ€ข 19:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Kim Jong Un Memes: Funny Memes Go Viral Amidst War

Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, humorous memes featuring Kim Jong Un have gone viral on social media as users jokingly question what the North Korean leader is doing during such significant clashes.

Mar 7 โ€ข 09:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

'No one calls to play...' Memes about Kim Jong Un go viral amidst the war in the Middle East

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, social media users are creating humorous memes about North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, suggesting his absence from the current conflict despite North Korea's military capabilities.

Mar 7 โ€ข 07:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

War in Iran: The Not At All Coincidental Omission of North Korea

North Korean state media condemned the U.S. and Israel for their aggression against Iran but notably omitted any mention of the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Mar 5 โ€ข 03:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

War in Iran: the General Staff denies the redeployment of the Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier to the Mediterranean

The French military has denied claims of redeploying the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle from the North Atlantic to the Mediterranean amid ongoing military actions against Iran.

Mar 2 โ€ข 11:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

South-North Economic Cooperation Platform 'GTI' Must Intervene Proactively [Because]

The article discusses the geopolitical shifts in Northeast Asia due to the Russia-Ukraine war and emphasizes the importance of South Korea's proactive engagement in the Greater Tumen Initiative (GTI) to influence regional governance.

Mar 2 โ€ข 08:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
World

Oil prices jump by 13 percent after outbreak of war in Iran

Oil prices surged by 13 percent following the outbreak of war in Iran over the weekend, with prices reaching around $82 per barrel for North Sea oil.

Mar 1 โ€ข 23:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
World

Oil price jump after the outbreak of war in Iran

The price of North Sea oil surged by 13% following the outbreak of war in Iran, according to Bloomberg.

Mar 1 โ€ข 23:10 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

More than 100 charity workers killed in Sudan since start of civil war

Over 100 charity kitchen workers have been killed in Sudan since the onset of civil war, highlighting the severe humanitarian crisis in the region.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
World

Ukraine, the British Deputy Defense Minister: โ€œWorld War III? Similarities with the 1930sโ€

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.

Feb 24 โ€ข 15:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Russian Embassy in Seoul ignores host nationโ€™s request to remove pro-war banner

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

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO โŸฉ North Korea leader's propaganda project: new homes for the families of 'young martyrs'

North Korea has announced the completion of a new residential area in Pyongyang designed for the families of soldiers who died fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine.

Feb 21 โ€ข 09:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

What Happened in El Fasher? UN Reports and Field Testimonies Reveal the Truths

An independent UN-supported investigation concluded that the actions of the Rapid Support Forces in El Fasher, North Darfur, amount to war crimes and crimes against humanity, with indicators of genocide.

Feb 19 โ€ข 13:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

Civil War: Commission: Violence in Sudan Indicates Genocide

An international commission suggests that the violence perpetrated by the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan indicates potential genocide based on systematic targeting of non-Arab populations.

Feb 19 โ€ข 11:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

War in Kim's Clan... Sister Could Challenge Daughter's Succession!

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.

Feb 19 โ€ข 07:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
World

10,000 New Houses for Heroes and Puppies, Pyongyang is Ready for the Big Day

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.

Feb 18 โ€ข 17:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
World

Daughter vs. Her Aunt. Will the Girl War in Kim's Empire Lead to Bloody Power Struggle?

The article discusses potential power struggles within North Korea's Kim dynasty, focusing on Kim Jong-un's choice of his 13-year-old daughter Kim Ju-ae as his successor and the threat posed by his ambitious sister Kim Yo-jong.

Feb 17 โ€ข 17:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

PM warns 'public health isn't a culture war' after measles outbreak

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer addresses a measles outbreak in north London and emphasizes the importance of vaccinations for children.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Crime & Justice

A Ukrainian war refugee woman was shot dead at home in the USA

A 21-year-old Ukrainian war refugee named Katerina Tovmash was shot dead in her home in North Carolina, USA.

Feb 16 โ€ข 16:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

The new neighborhood of Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang โ€“ inaugurates homes for families of soldiers killed in Ukraine (photos)

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

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukrainian film Animals in War to be released in North American cinemas

The Ukrainian film 'Animals in War' is set to be released in North America, showcasing seven short stories about rescuing animals during the war.

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
World

North Korea: Kim and his daughter inaugurated homes for the families of fallen soldiers from 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.

Feb 16 โ€ข 09:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Relatives of Fallen North Koreans Get Their Own Street

A new street has been inaugurated in Pyongyang for the families of North Koreans who died in Ukraine supporting Russia's invasion.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Kim Jong Un gives apartments to families of North Korean soldiers killed in Russia's war against Ukraine โ€“ photos

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.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Kim unveiled new apartments for survivors of the fallen in the Ukraine war

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.

Feb 16 โ€ข 05:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Kim Jong-un unveils housing for families of North Koreans killed in Ukraine war

North Korea has inaugurated a housing district in Pyongyang for the families of soldiers who died fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine, reflecting Kim Jong-un's commitment to honor the deceased.

Feb 16 โ€ข 03:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
World

Expert: North Korean Soldiers Have Transitioned from Cannon Fodder to Advanced Tasks

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

Feb 14 โ€ข 14:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
World

North Koreans were initially confused cannon fodder. Now they have a new role in the war

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.

Feb 14 โ€ข 14:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

North Korean leader praises the courage of his fighting soldiers in Russia

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.

Feb 14 โ€ข 03:31 UTC

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