Latest "korean peninsula" stories

A TV screen shows an image of North Korea's missile launch during a news program at the Seoul Railway Station in Seoul, South Korea, Wednesday, July 12, 2023.

North Korea fires its first ICBM in three months

Some experts say the launch was likely the second test-flight of the developmental Hwasong-18 solid-fuel missile.

34 hours ago

US flies nuclear-capable bombers in new show of force to North Korea

South Korea's Defense Ministry says the B-52 bombers took part in aerial drills with other U.S. and South Korean fighter jets Friday over the peninsula.

13 days ago

US, South Korea troops hold large live-fire drills

The South Korean and U.S. militaries have conducted large live-fire drills near the border with North Korea.

7 weeks ago

US, South Korea announce largest field exercises in five years

The 11-day Freedom Shield is part of an annual combined training with troops from South Korea and the United States which is scheduled this month.

4 months ago

US to increase weapons deployment to counter North Korea

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the U.S. will increase its deployment of advanced weapons such as fighter jets and bombers to the Korean Peninsula.

5 months ago

US, SKorea open biggest drills in years amid North threats

The exercises will continue through Sept. 1 and include drills with aircraft, warships, tanks and potentially tens of thousands of troops.

11 months ago