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North Korea's foreign ministry has announced the appointments of new ambassadors to Britain, Indonesia, and Sweden. The moves mark the first major diplomatic reshuffle in about a decade and are seen as part of Pyongyang's efforts to reinvigorate its international diplomacy.
A South Korean lawmaker claims the U.S. Forces Korea commander lodged a protest over Unification Minister Chung Dong-young's public mention of a North Korean uranium enrichment site, a claim the defense ministry denies. The dispute has raised questions about intelligence-sharing between Seoul and Washington.
Japan's cabinet approved a major policy change on Tuesday, lifting a decades-old ban on exporting lethal weapons. The move, announced by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, allows the sale of fighter jets, missiles, and warships to at least 17 countries, marking a significant departure from Japan's post-war pacifist stance. Critics and protesters have voiced concerns, while officials frame the decision as a response to an increasingly severe security environment.
South Korea has handed over the remains of 12 Chinese soldiers killed during the 1950-53 Korean War to China in a ceremony at Incheon International Airport. The event, held publicly for the first time in three years, reflects improving bilateral ties between Seoul and Beijing.
South Korea's Unification Minister Chung Dong-young has expressed regret over allegations that his reference to a North Korean nuclear facility in Kusong constituted a leak of sensitive intelligence. Reports indicate the US has reduced intelligence-sharing with Seoul in response, while the unification ministry insists the remarks were based on publicly available information.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met in New Delhi for summit talks focused on deepening economic ties and strengthening their strategic partnership. Lee stressed the need for joint efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, citing the impact of the US-Iran conflict on global supply chains and energy security.
North Korea has confirmed testing a tactical ballistic missile equipped with a cluster bomb warhead, alongside other weapons systems. State media reported the tests as part of routine military development, while regional observers note the launches add to regional tensions. The reports detail the weapon's capabilities but differ on supervision details.
North Korea test-fired its upgraded Hwasong-11 Ra tactical ballistic missile on Sunday, with leader Kim Jong Un overseeing the launch. According to state media, the test evaluated cluster bomb and fragmentation warhead capabilities, with five missiles hitting a target area 136 kilometers away. South Korea's National Security Office condemned the launch as a violation of UN resolutions.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright says Washington plans to resume sanctions on Russian oil once they are no longer needed to lower energy prices, amid tensions with Iran. The US Treasury has extended a temporary license for Russian oil transactions until May 16, despite political opposition and criticism from Russian officials.
The IDF has established a 'Forward Defense Line' and so-called 'Yellow Line' in southern Lebanon, with five divisions operating in the area. The move has raised concerns over its legality under international law, drawn vows of resistance from Hezbollah, and prompted Lebanon's president to plan direct talks with Israel.
North Korea conducted another ballistic missile test on Sunday, the fourth this month and seventh of the year, according to reports from Reuters and Dawn. The launches come amid regional tensions from the US-Israeli war on Iran and ahead of a planned US-China summit, with analysts divided on whether they signal strength or insecurity.
North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles toward the sea off its eastern coast, according to South Korea's military. The launch is the latest in a series of tests this year, and comes amid diplomatic tensions and upcoming US-China talks.
South Korea's presidential National Security Office convened an emergency meeting following North Korea's launch of multiple ballistic missiles toward the East Sea, condemning the act as a violation of U.N. Security Council resolutions. The launches, detected from the Sinpho area at around 6:10 a.m., prompted Seoul to strengthen military readiness and share information with allies.
Iran's military on Saturday reimposed a closure of the Strait of Hormuz, hours after a brief reopening, citing a continued US naval blockade of Iranian ports. At least eight tankers crossed during the window, while two vessels reported being fired upon by Iranian gunboats. US President Donald Trump said the blockade would remain until a peace deal, but Tehran insists it will keep the strait shut.
As the conflict between Iran and Israel and the US winds down, assessments diverge sharply. Jerusalem Post analysts frame the campaign as a strategic success that degraded Iran's nuclear and missile programs, while Al Jazeera argues the war expanded the conflict and imposed heavy costs on Washington.
The Trump administration renewed a one-month waiver allowing countries to buy Russian oil at sea, reversing an earlier decision not to extend sanctions relief. The move aims to ease global energy prices roiled by the US-Israeli war with Iran, but drew criticism from Ukraine and US lawmakers.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un supervised an artillery firing contest on the birthday of state founder Kim Il-sung, a first reported attendance at a military event on that holiday. State media said subunits demonstrated 'militant marksmanship' and 'full war posture,' with Kim calling artillery 'the most important factor' in victory.
Péter Magyar, who won a landslide victory in Hungary’s election, ending Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule, has vowed to suspend state media news services, describing them as a ‘propaganda machine’. His plans, revealed during his first state media appearances in 18 months, include new press laws and a new media authority. He also called for the resignation of President Tamás Sulyok, and the US administration’s reaction adds a international dimension.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said North Korea has made a 'very serious' leap in nuclear weapons production abilities, citing a probable new uranium enrichment facility and rapid activity at the Yongbyon complex. The assessment, shared during a Seoul visit, raises concerns about regional security despite no evidence of Russia-North Korea military nuclear cooperation.
The head of the UN's nuclear watchdog, Rafael Grossi, has reported a rapid increase in operations at North Korea's Yongbyon reactor, indicating a significant boost in the country's ability to produce atomic weapons. The IAEA also noted the construction of a new enrichment facility, while estimates suggest North Korea may have assembled around 50 nuclear warheads. Diplomatic efforts to curb Pyongyang's nuclear ambitions have stalled.