Biden heading to Asia amid rising threat of new North Korea nuclear test
An analyst tells CBS News that Kim Jong Un's regime could be ready to resume nuclear testing by the end of the month after a 3-year pause.
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Growing COVID-19 outbreak in North Korea
The growing coronavirus outbreak in North Korea has global health experts concerned about how the nation is handling the pandemic. CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Nancy Chen spoke with Sue Mi Terry, director of the Wilson Center's Asia Program, about the problems in North Korea.
North Korea reports another jump in suspected COVID-19 cases
The country's anti-virus headquarters said 62 people have died and more than 1.7 million have fallen ill amid a rapid spread of fever since late April.
N. Korea's Kim blames "irresponsible" workers for apparent COVID crisis
Experts watching from outside the Hermit Kingdom suspect North Korea's official figures belie an epidemic of more than a million cases.
Kim Jong-Un wears mask in public
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un appeared in public wearing a mask for the first time a year after the country claimed it did not have a single case of COVID-19. While the rest of world initiated mass vaccination campaigns, the isolated nation sealed its borders and refused to accept a single dose. As Kim declares nationwide lockdowns, the official line is that one person has died of the virus in North Korea. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer has more.
North Korea confirms 21 new deaths as it battles COVID-19
The new deaths and cases, which were from Friday, increased total numbers to 27 deaths and 524,440 illnesses amid a rapid spread of fever since late April.
N. Korea fires more suspected ballistic missiles as U.S. seeks sanctions
Kim Jong Un's latest apparent weapons test came a day after South Korea swore in its new leader, and as the Biden administration pushed for more sanctions at the U.N.
New South Korea leader takes oath, hints at bid to lure Kim back to talks
Yoon Suk-yeol was elected by voters fed up with his predecessor's moderate stance on the country's nuclear-armed neighbor. He says "the door to dialogue will remain open."
North Korea tests suspected ballistic missile after Kim's nuclear threat
The launch came just days after Kim Jong Un vowed to bolster his nuclear arsenal "at the fastest possible pace," and threatened to use it against rivals.
North Korea's Kim threatens to use nukes preemptively "if necessary"
Kim Jong Un expressed "firm will" to continue developing his nuclear-armed military, North Korea's official news agency said.
North Korea claims it tested new missile
North Korea claims it successfully tested a new type of missile over the weekend. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from Tokyo about why many are concerned about nuclear tests down the road. Then, Vlad Duthiers and Lana Zak speak with CBS News contributor Isaac Stone Fish about what we can tell from North Korea's latest launch and the increase in its tests this year.
U.S., South Korea think Kim Jong Un faked test of "monster missile"
North Korea claimed to have fired a new long-range missile with worrying capabilities, but defense officials say it was really an ICBM last tested in 2017.
North Korea tests possible ICBM
North Korea launched what is believed to have been an intercontinental ballistic missile into the sea Thursday. CBS News foreign correspondent Lucy Craft joins "CBS News Mornings" from Tokyo with more.
U.S. responds to "serious escalation" of North Korean missile tests
Pentagon enhancing intelligence gathering and missile defense readiness in the region after Kim Jong Un regime tests components for a huge new missile.
South Korea elects new leader vowing to teach Kim Jong Un "some manners"
After years of left-leaning leadership bent on forging diplomacy with North Korea, the key U.S. ally appears set to change its stance on "rude boy" Kim.
North Korea accused of firing suspected ballistic missile into sea
South Korea's presidential office said national security adviser Suh Hoon will preside over an emergency National Security Council meeting to discuss the launch.
North Korea expert Sue Mi Terry on future of Kim Jong Un regime
The former senior CIA analyst joined "Intelligence Matters" host Michael Morell to discuss Pyongyang's spate of missile tests this year.
U.S., South Korea, Japan to discuss North Korea
Leaders from the United States, South Korea and Japan will meet in Hawaii to discuss North Korea after it launched a record number of missiles last month. Meanwhile, the North Korean government is acknowledging a "food crisis" in the country. Soo Kim, a policy analyst at the RAND Corporation, joins CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss the situation.
Kim back on a white horse in North Korea's latest propaganda video
The production touts Kim Jong Un's economic leadership, but doesn't mention his 7 recent missile tests in breach of U.N. sanctions.
North Korea claims test of missile capable of hitting U.S. territory
Analysts say the 7th round of test launches this month alone could be a prelude to Pyongyang resuming tests of nuclear weapons or missiles that can reach the U.S. mainland.
U.S. sanctions North Korean officials in response to missile test
The Treasury Department said it was imposing penalties on the five officials over their roles in obtaining equipment and technology for the North's missile programs.
North Korea launches ballistic missile test
The White House condemned North Korea for its second ballistic missile test in less than a week, calling it a violation of U.N. Security Council resolutions. CBS News' Tina Kraus reports and CBS News foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata joins CBSN to discuss how the test could affect peace negotiations between North and South Korea.
Some U.S. flights on West Coast grounded amid North Korea's missile launch
Military officials said there was no need for the grounding. The FAA said it is reviewing its procedures after confusion.
Kim Jong Un impersonator undeterred by threats
Kim Min Yong took his gig impersonating North Korea's dictator online, and despite criticism and even threats, he's determined to keep poking fun at Kim Jong Un.
What has a decade under Kim Jong Un done for North Korea?
In 10 years of rule, Kim has cemented his role as ruler of the North and armed the nation to the teeth, but he's more isolated than ever, and no closer to his ultimate goals.
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