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North Korea’s Leader Had Big Economic Plans. He Admits They’ve Failed.
Kim Jong-un’s blunt assessment led his country to plan a rare Workers’ Party congress for January to chart a new course after the country was hammered by sanctions, floods and the pandemic.
North Korea Lashes Out at U.S., Saying China Is Eclipsing It
The North compared the United States to a setting sun, taking notice of the unrest over George Floyd’s killing. It also threatened to scrap deals with South Korea.
Kim Jong-un Moves to Increase North Korea’s Nuclear Strength
After another weekslong absence from public view, Mr. Kim convened his top military body to promote top aides specializing in nuclear and missile forces.
Is Kim Jong-un Ailing? South Korea Disputes Report Saying He Is
The report said North Korea’s leader underwent a cardiovascular procedure earlier this month.
North Korea Fires Missiles Before South Korea’s Election
The tests of short-range missiles came a day before South Korea holds parliamentary elections amid the coronavirus pandemic.
North Korean Leader’s Aunt Re-emerges After Husband’s Execution
Kim Kyong-hui resurfaces as Kim Jong-un emphasizes his bloodline to consolidate his people’s loyalty.
North Korea Leader Urges ‘Offensive Measures’ at Top Party Meeting
Analysts warn that Kim Jong-un may end a moratorium on testing long-range missiles and nuclear weapons.
North Korean Negotiator’s Downfall Was Sealed When Trump-Kim Summit Collapsed
The fate of Kim Yong-chol provides the latest example of how a senior North Korean official’s political fortune is made or broken at the whims of Kim Jong-un.
North Korea Executed and Purged Top Nuclear Negotiators, South Korean Report Says
The report comes amid speculation that the North’s leader is changing tack after his summit meeting with President Trump failed to lift punishing sanctions.