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Why some North Korean defectors return to one of the world’s most repressive regimes
More than one month since the man crossed the demilitarized zone from South to North Korea,…
North Korea boasts of ‘shaking the world’ by testing missiles that can strike the US
International tension has been rising over a recent series of North Korean ballistic missile tests, actions…
Indonesia crocodile finally freed from tire after six years
The roughly four-meter (13.12 feet) crocodile had generated sympathy among some residents in the city of…
Afghan universities reopen to female students but with strict rules on mixing
The Taliban administration has not officially announced its plan for female university students, but education officials…
Analysis: ‘Old friends’ Putin and Xi set for Olympic meeting as Russia moves closer to China
Putin is among a small group of world leaders to attend the Games, with Western governments…
One year on from Myanmar coup, resistance is stronger than ever
“It is a failed coup,” said Yanghee Lee, co-founder of the Special Advisory Group on Myanmar…
Priest killed by gunmen in Pakistan attack
Two attackers on a motorcycle opened fire on the car on the city’s ring-road, killing Pastor…
Analysis: Kim Jong Un wants the world to know he still matters
According to analysts, seven North Korean missile tests in the first four weeks of 2022 suggest…
North Korea fires longest range missile since 2017
Both the South Korean and Japanese governments reported the firing, with officials in Tokyo saying the…
