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North Korea Claims Drone Shootdown

Originally Published 1 day ago — by DW

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North Korea claimed to have shot down a South Korean drone that entered its airspace, alleging it was equipped with surveillance cameras, while South Korea denied the flight and called for an investigation. The incident follows previous drone disputes between the two countries, amid ongoing tensions and accusations involving drone incursions and military activities.

North Korea Threatens Retaliation Over Drone Incursions

Originally Published 1 day ago — by abcnews.go.com

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North Korea accused South Korea of flying drones across the border, claiming to have downed a South Korean drone and detected another, while South Korea denied the allegations and promised an investigation. The incident heightens tensions between the two Koreas, which have a history of drone-related provocations and strained relations, especially amid ongoing efforts for dialogue and reconciliation.

South Korea and China Aim to Strengthen Diplomatic and Cultural Ties

Originally Published 5 days ago — by Al Jazeera

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Chinese President Xi Jinping and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung held their second summit in two months to improve complex bilateral relations, focusing on regional security, North Korea, maritime issues, and economic ties, amid ongoing tensions with the US and Japan, and despite underlying disagreements on issues like Taiwan and South China Sea disputes.

South Korea's Lee Reaffirms 'One-China' Policy Amid Regional Tensions

Originally Published 7 days ago — by Reuters

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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung began a four-day state visit to China, aiming to promote peace on the Korean Peninsula amid North Korea's missile launches, and is expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss economic collaboration and cultural exchanges, with the visit occurring shortly after North Korea's missile tests and amidst tense regional relations.

North Korea Fires Missiles Amid South Korea's China Visit

Originally Published 7 days ago — by Al Jazeera

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North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles into the sea as South Korean President Lee Jae Myung visited China for a diplomatic trip, amid heightened regional tensions and North Korea's military developments. The missile launches, which flew about 900 km, were analyzed by the US and Japan, with North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un calling for increased weapons production. The visit to China aims to strengthen economic ties and discuss peace on the Korean Peninsula.