It was the country’s first long-range ballistic missile test since 2017, and it raised the specter of intensified provocations and threats on the Korean Peninsula.
Author: CHOE SANG-HUN
North Korea’s Projectile Launch Fails, South Korea Says
The projectile, fired from outside Pyongyang, failed “immediately after liftoff,” the South Korean military said.
Yoon Suk-yeol Wins South Korean Presidency
As a prosecutor, he went after former presidents. Now voter discontent has helped him take the presidency in the tightest race since 1987.
Who Is Yoon Suk-yeol?
Mr. Yoon, the leading conservative candidate, hopes to win the election by appealing to South Koreans who are deeply dissatisfied with the outgoing administration.
Meet South Korea’s Swing Voters: Young, Broke and Angry
Frustrated over housing prices, a lack of job opportunities and a widening income gap, the once-reliable voting bloc is undecided and will most likely elect the next president.
North Korea Launches Ballistic Missile, South Korea Says
The launch is North Korea’s second missile test in a week and comes only days before the presidential election in South Korea.
Mosque Dispute Becomes Flash Point in South Korean Identity Politics
A mosque dispute in a conservative city has forced some South Koreans to confront what it means to live in an increasingly diverse society.
North Korea Launches a Ballistic Missile, South Korea Says
Flight data suggested that the missile launched Sunday was less powerful than the last one the North tested, four weeks ago.
On Both Sides of Korean Peninsula, Eyes on Washington’s Response to Russia
North Korea might decide it’s time to resume weapons tests, to gain more diplomatic leverage with Washington.
On Both Sides of Korean Peninsula, Eyes on Washington’s Response to Russia
North Korea might decide it’s time to resume weapons tests, to gain more diplomatic leverage with Washington.