Peace
Russia, Not U.S., to Host Afghanistan Peace Talks
Mohammad Ehsan Taheri of Afghanistan's High Peace Council called Russia "a supreme force of the world and region" that could help mediate the peace process at home.
South Korea Giving Away Kim Jong Un's Holiday Gift
South Korean President Moon Jae-in will give away two tons of pricey pine mushrooms to South Koreans separated from loves ones in North Korea.
Kim Jong Un Has New Message for Donald Trump
South Korean President Moon Jae-in will personally discuss with President Donald Trump a plan to declare peace with North Korea.
North, South Korea Can Talk '24 Hours a Day' in First
North Korea's top unification official said they can "discuss any issues arising in their relations in a speedy and heart-to-heart manner."
Russia Is a Peaceful Country, Says Putin at War Game
"We do not and could not possibly have aggressive plans," Putin announced at a 300,000-strong military exercise near the Chinese border.
Putin Wants World War II Peace Deal With Japan in 2018
Russian president surprises Japan's prime minister with peace offer, despite meeting him in private the day before.
How Is Trump Doing on North Korea?
President Donald Trump and North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un believe their dialogue is progressing, but obstacles still lie in their path.
China Courts North Korea, Iran Amid Struggles With U.S.
As nuclear negotiations with North Korea stall and the U.S. looks to enforce harsh sanctions on Iran, China wants a better relationship with Tehran and Pyongyang.
Trump Expects New Letter From North Korea's Kim Jong Un
It would be the first direct correspondence between the two since President Donald Trump canceled a high-level visit to North Korea, but they have exchanged praise.
Syria Talks: What Do Russia, Iran and Turkey Want?
Russia and Iran want to press forward with a Syrian military offensive to retake the last rebel-held province of Idlib, but Turkey is pushing for a truce.
Kim Jong Un Warmly Receives South Officials
With the U.S. stepping back, South Korean President Moon Jae-in has asserted his country's own role in rare peace talks with North Korea.
U.S. Says Syria Must Choose Future, but Assad Must Go
The defense secretary said the U.S. must support efforts so "the Syrian people can establish a new government that is not led by Assad."
Trump Says Pompeo Not Going to North Korea
President Donald Trump took to social media to cancel the highly anticipated trip, but gave his "warmest regards and respect" to North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un.
Is North Korea Still 'Our Enemy'? South and U.S. Split
South Korea appears to be outpacing its U.S. ally in trying to make peace with their longtime foe North Korea.
Kim Jong Un Not 'Proud' Of His Country's Public Health
While touring a medical factory, North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un "said he cannot but be very concerned about and disappointed by the bad situation."
North Korea Warns South Against 'Outsider' Dependence
North Korea warned its U.S.-backed neighbor that letting foreigners decide their fate was "tightening the noose of subordination around the necks of Koreans."
North Korea's Kim Jong Un Shows Off New Vacation Spot
North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un called the Wonsan resort a "long-cherished idea" that also served as "an acute standoff with hostile forces."
When Will Koreas Unite? Seoul To Foster 'One Economy'
South Korean President Moon Jae-in said his country "must overcome this division for our survival and prosperity" ahead of his first trip to Pyongyang.
North Korea Says War with U.S. Over, Wants Peace
North Korea compared the current U.S. strategy toward peace "to waiting to see a boiled egg hatch."
North Korea Returns Man From South Who Crossed Border
Seoul called the move "positive from a humanitarian perspective."
Photos Show North Korea Continues Razing Launch Site
A new 38 North report shows that Pyongyang appears to be exceeding U.S. expectations at a key launch site, but cautions that these are "first steps."
North, South Korea Militaries Meet on Border for Talks
The world's most heavily fortified border is seeing a rare period of diplomacy between its rival neighbors.
U.S. Allies Ask Fellow Syrians to Stop Fighting Assad
The Syrian Democratic Council, the political wing of U.S.-backed forces, called on others to support talks with Damascus.
Mattis: U.S. Must Make Sure Korea War Remains Are Real
"We have no indications that there is anything amiss. But we don't know, we can't confirm it one way or another," Secretary of Defense James Mattis said.
Trump 'Open' to Going to Moscow, Waiting for Invite
The White House said that "Trump looks forward to having President Putin to Washington after the first of the year."
A Premiere of Yoko Ono's Chilling New Music Video
"The world is so messed up," Yoko Ono explains. "It's a warzone that we are living in."
North Korea Says Now Is Time to End the War
North Korea said "peace can come only after the declaration of the termination of war" and lashed out at South Korean conservatives opposed to it.
New Photos Show North Korea Razing Key Launch Site
A new 38 North report shows the apparent dismantling of the Sohae Satellite Launching Station, something it calls "a significant confidence-building measure."
Russia's South Syria Peace Could Disrupt Israel Attacks
A 1974 truce prohibits Israel's and Syria's air forces from crossing their de facto border, something Israel has frequently done.
Will Syria Finally Achieve Peace?
With the Syrian government and U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces emerging as the top winners in war, the two sides are trying to reach an understanding.