A new study says that North Korea is expanding a base that would be one of the most likely sites for deploying intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of reaching the United States.
Tag: Embargoes and Sanctions
Raising Pressure on Nicaragua, U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Vice President
Vice president and first lady Rosario Murillo, along with a top aide, was targeted with penalties aimed at ending a harsh crackdown.
North and South Korea Get U.N.’s Go-Ahead to Study Joint Rail Project
South Korea has offered to help upgrade the North’s rail network and link it to its own. Now the Security Council has signed off on a joint study of the idea.
Head of Russia’s Military Spy Agency Dies After Illness
Col. Gen. Igor V. Korobov led the G.R.U. when it hacked into Democratic Party computers and released emails to support Donald Trump’s presidential campaign.
Science Times at 40: The Key to Stopping the Illegal Wildlife Trade: China
The country is a critical market for animal contraband. Some scientists fear the official commitment to conservation may be wavering.
Saudi King Stands by Crown Prince as Outrage Over Khashoggi Killing Spreads
In his first public remarks since the dissident Jamal Khashoggi was killed in Istanbul last month, King Salman avoided directly mentioning the scandal.
Trump to Raise North Korea Sanctions With Chinese Leader, Pence Says
Vice President Mike Pence said that sanctions would continue against North Korea despite concerns that China is easing enforcement.
Lawmakers Push Trump to Act Against China on Uighur Detention
Legislators have introduced bipartisan bills that urge the Trump administration to impose economic sanctions and take other measures to defend Uighurs.
Iranians Fear Medicine Shortages as U.S. Tightens Sanctions
Harsh restrictions against doing business with Iran have made it nearly impossible for pharmaceutical companies to continue working in the country.
Senator Urges Trump to Ease Ban on Aid Workers Traveling to North Korea
Senator Edward J. Markey praised President Trump’s attempt at diplomacy with the North but also said that “the humanitarian situation in North Korea is far too dire for these draconian policies.”