Stories from Pyongyang · North Korea

North Korea, having redefined inter-Korean relations as two states by establishing territorial sovereignty in its constitution, threatened to deploy new self-propelled artillery capable of reaching Seoul within this year. The country is also accelerating the advancement of its integrated nuclear strategic capabilities targeting South Korea, referring to the area north of the armistice line as the inter-Korean border. The source revealed that this strategy can be implemented even in an emergency. The source states the war between Russia and Ukraine has been ongoing for five years, and North Korea has dispatched 14,000 soldiers to join the Russian army.

A source stated the reasons for attacking 'New Joseon,' which is inferred to be North Korea.

The leader of North Korea stated that he is proud of the cooperation with President Putin. The North Korean leader stated that he is proud of his cooperation with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Pyongyang is supplying weapons and artillery to Russia, gaining valuable field data from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The distant conflict is described as a "free laboratory" for weapons near Seoul.

North Korea's military industry has tested a new large-caliber rocket system with a range exceeding 60 kilometers. The specific type of rocket system and the exact location of the test were not immediately disclosed.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected the "Tujin-ho" destroyer on May 7. Kim Jong Un observed comprehensive maneuvering capability assessment tests on the destroyer "Tujin-ho" on May 7 prior to its commissioning. State media reported the vessel is equipped with advanced weaponry. The inspection highlights North Korea's ongoing naval development. Kim monitored various system tests performed prior to the ship's combat service. Kim Jong Un, General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and Chairman of the State Affairs Commission, inspected the 'Pushing Ahead' destroyer on May 7. The visit focused on evaluating the combat readiness and various systems of the destroyer. Kim Jong Un inspected the 'Pushing Number' destroyer and observed its maneuverability assessment before commissioning. The event took place as part of the ship's final pre-service evaluations.

North Korea stated it is not bound by any existing treaties regarding the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons. The announcement signals a potential shift in the nation's nuclear policy and international treaty obligations.

North Korea has implemented one of its most constitutional revisions to date. A text has been found that is being claimed as an amended version of the North Korean Constitution.

North Korea has added new territorial provisions to its constitution through a constitutional amendment, according to a report from CBS News Seoul. After four rounds of negotiations, political parties have failed to reach a consensus on a new law. A legislator stated they are willing to accept the decision of the supervisory committee and humbly re-examine the incident. North Korea's Supreme People's Assembly has amended a law to further said national sovereignty. This constitutional change was reported by Europesays. This amendment signifies a hardening of the country's stance on national security. North Korea has amended its constitution to state it will use nuclear weapons in case of Kim Jong Un's assassination. This follows the assassination of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei. The specific conditions under which the country would use nuclear weapons have been outlined.

North Korea has revised its constitution to define South Korea as a separate state. This constitutional change signifies a formal acknowledgment of the division between the two Koreas. This redefinition implies a formal acknowledgment of two distinct nations. The move follows South Korea's constitutional changes. This declaration marks a departure from previous designations of South Korea as a partner for reunification. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un previously stated and warned about this issue in December 2023. According to South Korean legal experts, North Korea's new laws are designed to present a normal and legitimate state image to the world. As of now, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea has not officially released the new laws or formally responded to South Korea's stance.