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South Korean man convicted for deliberately gaining weight to evade military service

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A South Korean man has been sentenced to a suspended prison term for deliberately gaining more than 20 kilograms (44 pounds) to evade a tougher role in the country’...

DATE: Nov 25, 2024 | CATEGORY: Associated Press

North Korea ratifies major defense treaty with Russia

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea ratified a major defense treaty with Russia stipulating mutual military aid, the North’s state media reported Tuesday, as the U.S., South Korea and Ukra...

DATE: Nov 11, 2024 | CATEGORY: Associated Press

North Korean troops sent to Russia may be pleased to be there, even as they face ferocious fighting

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The thousands of young soldiers North Korea has sent to Russia, reportedly to help fight against Ukraine, include many elite special forces, but that hasn't stopped...

DATE: Oct 30, 2024 | CATEGORY: Associated Press