N.K. defector claims he is ’99 pct’ sure that N. Korean leader died
Yonhap News SEOUL, May 1 (Yonhap) — A North Korea defector elected as a lawmaker in South Korea claimed Friday that he is “99 percent” sure that North Korean leader…
Seven Questions to Ask About What Happens in North Korea If Kim Jong-Un Dies
The National Interest By Stephan Haggard Follow @StephanHaggard on TwitterL Daniel A. Pinkston A lot of speculation out there fundamentally misunderstands the nature of the North Korean political system. Editor’s Note: This…
3 Scenarios for Kim Jong Un’s Mysterious Absence
The United States and South Korea should be ready to cooperate whether Kim is dead, sick, or about to reappear. Foreign Policy | BY DUYEON KIM, LEIF-ERIC EASLEY This picture, taken on…
ESPN nearing deal to broadcast S. Korean baseball games: source
YONHAP NEWS | By Yoo Jee-ho and Shin Chang-yong SEOUL, April 27 (Yonhap) — The U.S. sports media giant ESPN is nearing a deal to broadcast South Korean baseball games…
Kim Jong Un ‘alive and well,’ South Korean official says amid new reports North Korean leader is ill
USA TODAY | Deirdre Shesgreen WASHINGTON South Korean government officials tried again to quell persistent rumors that Kim Jong Un, the authoritarian leader of North Korea, is in poor health. On…
N.K. leader sends gratitude to workers at tourist zone amid health rumors
YONHAP NEWS | By Yi Wonju SEOUL, April 27 (Yonhap) — North Korean leader Kim Jong-un expressed his gratitude to workers building a tourist zone in the east coast region…