South Korea & Kim Jong Un
40 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Jul 05, 2026
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South Korea: South Korea is the primary target of North Korea's latest weapons tests, which are designed to put its major facilities within striking range. This event increases security concerns and potential instability for South Korea.
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, oversaw the weapons tests and emphasized the need to strengthen the country's offensive posture, directly influencing the event's direction and rhetoric.
Jun 25, 2026 · 6 articles
International
South Korea: South Korea detected the firing of a cruise missile from the Kang Kon and is analyzing the situation, highlighting the ongoing security concerns posed by North Korea's military advancements.
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un supervised the tests of the Kang Kon destroyer and ordered its commissioning, demonstrating his commitment to expanding North Korea's nuclear-armed navy.
Jul 04, 2026 · 20 articles
International
South Korea: South Korea is involved in discussions with Ukraine regarding North Korean prisoners of war, with Seoul expressing willingness to accept any North Korean POWs wishing to defect.
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, sent a congratulatory message to Xi Jinping on the 105th anniversary of the Cuba — Communist Party of Cuba, expressing an 'unshakeable will' to develop ties with China and describing their recent summit as a 'historic opportunity'.
Jun 30, 2026 · 36 articles
International
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un is a potential participant in discussions with Donald Trump, though his attendance at the APEC summit is uncertain. His relationship with Donald Trump is described as tenuous.
Sep 06, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, expressed openness to future talks with the United States while reiterating his country's stance on not giving up its nuclear weapons. He also stated that North Korea would not engage in talks with South Korea.
Sep 21, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, stated his country will never give up its nuclear weapons and is open to talks with the United States if denuclearization is not a precondition. He also expressed no intention of resuming dialogue with South Korea.
Sep 22, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, recently showcased his nuclear-armed military's most powerful weapons at a parade, stating his military should grow into an invincible entity.
Oct 19, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un is the leader of North Korea and has prioritized strengthening the navy and developing nuclear war deterrents, while shunning talks with the United States and South Korea.
Oct 28, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, is a subject of speculation regarding a potential impromptu meeting with Donald Trump, though it is not on the official schedule.
Oct 25, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, acknowledged the deployment of North Korean troops to Russia's Kursk region for mine-clearing operations and honored the fallen soldiers. This public acknowledgement highlights North Korea's direct support for Russia.
Dec 13, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un's North Korea has consistently rebuffed South Korea's overtures for talks since 2019, focusing instead on nuclear weapons development and a hostile 'two-state' system.
Jan 10, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un observed a test of an upgraded solid-fuel engine and threatened to destroy South Korea if provoked, indicating his leadership in North Korea's military expansion and rejection of denuclearization talks.
Apr 08, 2026 · 9 articles
International
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un is mentioned by Donald Trump in the context of U.S. military presence in South Korea, but has no direct role in the Iran conflict.
Apr 02, 2026 · 39 articles
International
Kim Jong Un: Kim Jong Un, North Korean leader, has embraced a 'new Cold War' idea and expanded cooperation with countries confronting the U.S., including Iran, indicating potential geopolitical alignments.
Apr 06, 2026 · 6 articles
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