The battle for Kursk takes a dramatic turn as Ukrainian forces escalate their offensive against North Korean troops.
As tensions rise on the frontlines, Kim Jong-unâs military units find themselves under direct threat, amplifying the already high stakes of the ongoing conflict.
This intensification marks a pivotal moment in the war, with international implications and growing concerns about regional stability.
North Korea is openly warning the U.S. to recognize it as a nuclear power or abandon hopes of future diplomacy. Backed by Russia, Pyongyang says denuclearization is off the table and that Washingtonâs expectations are outdated. Kim Jong Unâs sister mocked U.S. efforts and insisted the â2025 realityâ demands a new approach. Russiaâs Foreign Minister Lavrov supported North Koreaâs stance, citing self-defense. With alliances forming and rhetoric intensifying, the DPRK declares its nuclear status non-negotiableâplacing future talks in deep uncertainty.
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In a dramatic geopolitical shift, Russia has withdrawn from a long-standing military cooperation agreement with Germany, originally signed in 1996. Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin's move follows a cascade of sanctions from Western allies and Germanyâs support for Ukraine. Russia's Foreign Ministry labeled Berlin's stance as "openly hostile" and accused Germany of pursuing aggressive militaristic policies.
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has touched down in China following his highly symbolic visit to North Korea, where he met Kim Jongâun and was honored in Wonsan. His arrival in Beijing signals Moscow's deepening engagement ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation foreign ministers' meeting. This gathering sets the stage for the highâstakes SCO summit in Tianjin from August 30 to September 1.
Lavrovâs diplomatic blitzâlinking Pyongyang and Beijingâunderscores a reshaping of regional power dynamics, with Moscow pressing a message of unity among China, Russia, and North Korea. Watch for potentially critical alignments on security, economic initiatives, and strategic counterweights to Western influence. As Beijing hosts this heavyweight meeting, all eyes are on whether the trio will present a collective front that could recalibrate regional geopolitics.
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Kim Jong-un was seen emotional during a ceremony honoring North Korean soldiers reportedly killed in Ukraine. The event marked one year of military cooperation between Pyongyang and Moscow. State footage showed Kim breathing heavily, kneeling by a coffin, and watching battlefield visuals. His daughter Kim Ju-ae also attended. The ceremony featured music, national symbols, and rare acknowledgment of overseas losses, signaling a major shift in North Koreaâs public narrative.
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U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited speculation about a possible diplomatic breakthrough with North Korea, stating he will "get the conflict solved" while referencing his previous âgreat relationshipâ with Kim Jong Un. At a White House event, Trump sidestepped questions about a recent letter allegedly sent to the North Korean leader.
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Death toll in 'vile' Russian missile strike on Kyiv rises to 31, including children
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the strike "vile" and said it "demonstrates the need for increased pressure on Moscow and additional sanctions."
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President Donald Trump has issued a sharp condemnation of Russiaâs ongoing assault on Ukraine, calling Vladimir Putinâs actions "disgusting" during remarks from the Oval Office. With civilian casualties mounting, Trump announced an August 8 deadline for Russia to make a deal â or face severe economic sanctions. As the war intensifies, Trumpâs warning marks a dramatic shift in tone and a high-stakes moment for U.S.-Russia relations.
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North Korea opens new beach resort to locals but bans foreign tourists
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North Korea halts foreign tourism at beach resort weeks after opening
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has begun a high-stakes three-day visit to North Korea, underscoring deepening military ties between Moscow and Pyongyang amid the Ukraine war. Lavrov praised the âinvincible brotherhoodâ between the nations during talks with North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui in Wonsan. Notably, North Korea had deployed troops to aid Russian forces in repelling Ukraineâs invasion of the Kursk region in 2024.
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Former Russian Transport Minister Roman Starovoit was found dead in Moscow just hours after being sacked by President Vladimir Putin. Authorities say the 51-year-old died of a gunshot wound in his car, with suicide suspected. Starovoitâs abrupt dismissal follows mounting pressure over corruption probes and border failures in Kursk during his earlier governorship. Kremlin critics question whether political purging played a role. His death adds to the growing list of mysterious ends among Putinâs inner circle.
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