North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un supervises missile launches in this photo supplied by the Korean Central News Agency.
N Korea at crossroads

North Korea ballistic missiles deliver blow to Trump and Moon

Kim Jong Un has little intention of abandoning nuclear arms, analysts say

11 May 2019
This photo supplied by the North's Korean Central News Agency appears to show one of the latest missile launches.
N Korea at crossroads

US confirms North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles

Apparent violation of Security Council terms threatens denuclearization talks

10 May 2019
The North Korean cargo ship Wise Honest was used to transport coal in violation of international sanctions, U.S. officials say.
N Korea at crossroads

North Korean ship seized by US as provocations escalate

Pyongyang's second missile test in a week sought to draw out sanctions relief

10 May 2019
North Korea's firing of short-range missiles and multiple rocket launcher projectiles reinforced deep pessimism.
Opinion

Still hope for a North Korean nuclear deal

Greater engagement by China, Russia and Japan improves prospects despite missile tests

10 May 2019
Moon Jae-in is at risk of becoming a lame duck for the final three years of his presidency.
Politics

South Korea's Moon cornered by economic woes and rockets

President's early approval rating of more than 80% has fallen by almost half

9 May 2019
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, left, may be able to capitalize on North Korea's diplomatic impasse with the U.S.
N Korea at crossroads

Following US lead, Abe offers no-strings summit with Kim

Japanese leader drops demands on abduction issue after talks with Trump

8 May 2019
North Korea's military conducts a "strike drill" for multiple launchers and tactical guided weapons, in this May 4 photo supplied by the Korean Central News Agency.
N Korea at crossroads

US and South Korea race to analyze North's 'guided weapons' test

Pompeo says Kim's decision to conduct launch was influenced by Russia visit

6 May 2019
North Korean military conducts a "strike drill" for multiple launchers and tactical guided weapon in this May 4 photo supplied by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA/Reuters)
N Korea at crossroads

North Korean 'projectile' launch sends message to Trump

US president says deal with Kim 'will happen' as sanctions pressure mounts on Pyongyang  

5 May 2019
North Korea has reportedly reactivated parts of its missile program since the second summit between leader Kim Jong Un and U.S. President Donald Trump collapsed in February.
N Korea at crossroads

North Korea fires short-range 'projectiles'

Launch raises pressure on Trump after failed nuclear talks

4 May 2019
As U.S. national security adviser, H.R. McMaster was central to the Trump administration's policy shift against China.
International relations

China threat requires coordinated US-Japan response: McMaster

Trump ex-adviser warns Beijing bent on achieving Indo-Pacific supremacy

4 May 2019
Russian President Vladimir Putin, center, and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un exchange ceremonial swords as gifts Thursday after their summit in Vladivostok.
N Korea at crossroads

Kim and Putin play power games behind show of warmth

Leaders join hands to counter US but send differing signals on denuclearization

27 April 2019
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Vladivostok, Russia, on April 25.
N Korea at crossroads

Putin backs North Korea on phased denuclearization

Kim enlists support of regional powers to bargain with US

26 April 2019
Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, and North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un greet each other before their meeting in Vladivostok, Russia, on April 25.
N Korea at crossroads

Kim and Putin discuss denuclearization in first summit

North Korean leader cozies up to Russian president, looking for sanctions relief

25 April 2019
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attends a welcome ceremony as he arrives at the railway station in Vladivostok on Wednesday.
N Korea at crossroads

North Korea's Kim in Vladisvostok for summit with Putin

Pyongyang hopes Russia will help pressure Trump to break nuclear impasse

24 April 2019
Japan no longer describes North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's weapons programs as a "grave and imminent threat."
International relations

Japan drops call to 'maximize pressure' on North Korea

Tokyo softens tone in diplomatic report as it seeks dialogue on abductions

23 April 2019
The upcoming summit between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, left, and Russian President Vladimir Putin may give Moscow its long-awaited chance to participate in denuclearization talks.
Comment

Kim uses Putin as leverage for denuclearization talks with US

Moscow's involvement throws curve ball for this week's summit

22 April 2019
North Korea insists Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's (far left) involvement would only "entangle" its denuclearization talks with the U.S.
N Korea at crossroads

North Korea demands Pompeo's removal in power play against US

Kim plans Russia visit and tests weapons to shake up stalled nuclear talks

19 April 2019
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un gives guidance during his visit to the Shinchang Fish Farm in this April 16, 2019 photo released on April 17. (KCNA via Reuters)
N Korea at crossroads

North Korea's Kim to hold first meeting with Putin: report

Talks between two leaders expected to take place next week in Vladivostok

18 April 2019
It has become clear that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un does not want to drop his nuclear ambitions. 
The Nikkei View

Bold denuclearization is the only path forward for North Korea

Kim Jong Un's 'have it both ways' strategy will not work

17 April 2019
In this image made from a video taken on Apr.12, by North Korean broadcaster KRT, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un delivers his speech at parliament in Pyongyang.
N Korea at crossroads

Under pressure at home, Kim sets hard tone with US

North Korean leader seeks to shore up support as economy weakens

14 April 2019
Kim Jong Un seems risk-averse.
Opinion

Kim will not bite on Trump's economic bait

US should drop calls for 'big deal' denuclearization and focus instead on small steps

12 April 2019
Commuters at the Seoul Railway Station watch a TV showing a file image of Kim Jong Un as newscasters report on North Korea's latest leadership reshuffle.
N Korea at crossroads

Kim Jong Un tightens grip as new leadership emerges in North Korea

Assembly reshuffle indicates desire to return to denuclearization talks with US

12 April 2019
President Donald Trump meets with South Korean President Moon Jae-in at the White House on Thursday.
Politics

Trump tells Moon time not ripe for North Korea concessions

South Korean leader pushes for 'maintaining momentum'

12 April 2019
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un gestures during a meeting of the Central Committee of the Worker's Party in Pyongyang, in this photo released Wednesday by the Korean Central News Agency.
N Korea at crossroads

Kim Jong Un takes shot at US ahead of Trump-Moon talks

North Korean leader threatens 'serious blow' to countries imposing sanctions

11 April 2019
U.S. President Donald Trump greets his South Korean counterpart, Moon Jae-in, in New York last September. The two leaders will meet as G-20 summit takes place next month. 
International relations

Moon rushes to Trump summit to revive North Korea talks

Seoul's 'good enough' denuclearization plan unlikely to be enough for US

10 April 2019