North Korea, [ d ] officially the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), [ e ] is a country in East Asia. It constitutes the northern half of the Korean Peninsula and borders China and Russia to the north at the Yalu (Amnok) and Tumen rivers, and South Korea to the south at the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ).

1 day ago · North Korean troops have not been seen on the frontlines in Russia’s Kursk region for several weeks, a Ukrainian military official said Friday, amid reports of mass casualties among Pyongyang ...

Jan 23, 2025 · North Korea, country in East Asia that occupies the northern portion of the Korean peninsula. It is bordered by China and Russia to the north and by the Republic of Korea (South Korea) to the south. The national capital, P’yongyang, is a major industrial and transport center near the west coast.

4 days ago · Our team of expert journalists at NK News produces leading analysis on all major developments in North Korea.

Jan 26, 2025 · North Korea was established as a classless society, but a new, privileged elite of high-ranking military and KWP officials has emerged. Because of the high priority given to industrialization and defense, the provision of consumer …

Nov 28, 2024 · history of North Korea, a survey of important events and people in the history of North Korea since the Korean War. For a discussion of the earlier history of the peninsula, see Korea.

2 days ago · North Korea sent its best troops to aid Russia in its war against Ukraine. But after months of suffering severe losses, they have been taken off the front line.

5 days ago · Reuters.com is your online source for the latest North Korea news stories and current events, ensuring our readers up to date with any breaking news developments

Oct 17, 2024 · North Korea is a nuclear power with a complex relationship with China, and preventing both an interstate Korean war and a North Korean internal collapse are critical U.S. national security...

Jul 19, 2023 · Provides an overview of North Korea, including key dates and facts about this East Asian country.