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Yoon Suk Yeol’s gamble on nostalgia for authoritarianism proves foolhardy

South Korean president miscalculated by thinking some MPs would back his declaration of martial law

The Guardian - UK

US-South Korea State Visit Could Feature Quiet Talks on China

South Korea used to be shy to talk about Taiwan and reluctant to get involved in contentions between the U.S. and China, but experts say this might be changing.

The News Lens

Russia is firing hypersonic missiles into Ukraine that are nearly impossible to stop

A Russian barrage on Ukrainian targets Thursday included the use of the Kinzhal hypersonic missile — a weapon that can travel four times the speed of sound and is thought to be nuclear-capable.

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North Korea could get a vital lifeline from arms sales to Russia

Russia’s hunt for weapons to fire at Ukraine could provide a lifeline for North Korea, where even a relatively modest arms deal would help lift the country’s cash-starved and stagnant economy into growth.

Tribune News Service

North Korea dismisses claims of weapons shipments to Russia

Arms sales would be an indication of deepening ties between the two isolated nations.

Al Jazeera

US ups N.Korea pressure but fears no end to headache

Washington (AFP) - As North Korea fires a blitz of missiles, the United States is sticking to a mixture of pressure and offers of dialogue but US policymakers are resigned that little they do is likely to change Pyongyang's course.

AFP

Enrollment in Korean classes has shot up. Thank K-pop

College student enrollment in language classes has plateaued in recent years, but enrollment in Korean language classes rose 78% from 2009 to 2016.

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Analysis: New approach, same problem: How to deal with Kim Jong Un

WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump's relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un featured the former reality-star president at his most theatric: threats of "fire and fury," followed by splashy meetings, a trip to the demilitarized border with South Korea and exchanges of "love letters" with the authoritarian ruler.

Los Angeles Times

North Korea has an "explosive" COVID outbreak and 0% vaccination rate

"I shudder to think about a prolonged lockdown in North Korea."

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