North Korean leaders are gambling that increased sanctions will do little to harm a slowly growing economy.

Heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula are already impacting regional economies.

With friends like these, who needs enemies?

That attempt ended in failure after the missile exploded shortly after takeoff, according to sources.

Pyongyang’s missile failures must be seen for what they are – teething issues the Kim regime is determined to overcome.

South Korean intelligence thinks so but cautions that a test is not imminent.

Some say it could be a sign of Pyongyang’s growing capabilities.

North Korea has taken to launching missiles in defiance of its recent isolation.

Pyongyang has successfully tested a long-range rocket. What may happen next — including missiles someday armed with nuclear warheads — could make matters worse.

Instead of doubling down on a failed policy, Obama should have adopted a tougher approach towards Pyongyang.

Japan has ordered its military to intercept any N. Korean rocket or its debris that falls towards its territory.

More information is good for North Koreans. But real change will require greater exposure to the outside world.

North Korea looks set to press ahead with a satellite test. Are any neighbors considering a preemptive strike?

North Korea plans to launch a satellite into orbit next month. Would the move scupper its deal with the U.S.?