Nuclear standoffs with Iran and North Korea worsen
The piece surveys deepening nuclear tensions as Iran and North Korea press ahead with programs despite sanctions. It notes shifting regional fears, stalled diplomacy, and potential wider proliferation risks, with experts warning of cascading arms races and regional responses.
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North Korean weapons seized in Bangkok roundup
Bangkok authorities seized an Ilyushin 76 loaded with explosives and missiles parts during a refueling stop at Don Muang airport. Five foreigners, four Kazakh and one Belarusian, were detained under a U.N. weapons ban on North Korea. The seizure aims to curb Pyongyang arms transfers amid stalled negotiations.
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