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politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Capitol Attack Suspect Faces Additional Terrorism Charges Over Pipe Bombs at Party HQs

Virginia man Brian Cole Jr. was indicted on two new felony counts—attempting to use weapons of mass destruction and terrorism while armed—for placing two functional pipe bombs outside the DNC and RNC buildings the night before the January 6 Capitol attack. He previously faced charges for transporting and positioning the devices and remains jailed after a court found he posed an intolerable risk to the community. Investigators say he acted to protest the election results and targeted both parties, though he claimed he did not intend to attack the joint session.

via The Guardian|

#dnc #january-6 #pipe-bombs

cybersecurity2 years ago•1 min saved

US Imposes Sanctions on North Korea's Kimsuky Hackers and Spy Satellite Claims

The US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on the North Korean-backed Kimsuky hacking group for engaging in cyberespionage and stealing intelligence to support North Korea's strategic goals. Additionally, eight North Korean agents have been sanctioned for facilitating sanctions evasion and supporting the country's weapons of mass destruction programs. The sanctions are a response to North Korea's alleged launch of a military reconnaissance satellite, aimed at impeding the country's income generation, resource acquisition, and intelligence gathering for its WMD program. Kimsuky, also known as APT43, has targeted various entities and individuals across South Korea, the United States, Russia, Europe, and the United Nations, with a focus on foreign policy and national security concerns related to the Korean peninsula and nuclear policy.

via BleepingComputer|

#cyberespionage #cybersecurity #kimsuky-hacking-group

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

North Korea's Defiant Response to Pentagon's WMD Threat Report

North Korea has criticized the Pentagon's report on weapons of mass destruction, calling it a threat to its sovereignty and security. The report identified North Korea as a persistent regional threat, along with China, Russia, Iran, and violent extremist organizations. North Korea warned of a "most overwhelming and sustained response strategy" against the US, stating that it will counter any military strategy and provocations. The country's nuclear program, which allows for preemptive use of nuclear weapons, was highlighted as a risk in the report. North Korea has conducted over 100 missile tests since the beginning of 2022, many of which involved nuclear-capable weapons.

via Fox News|

#international-relations #military-response #north-korea

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

North Korea's Resolute Retaliation Against Pentagon's 'Persistent' Threat Label

North Korea has vowed to respond strongly to a recent Pentagon report that labeled it a "persistent" threat due to its weapons of mass destruction. The report also highlighted China, Russia, Iran, and violent extremist organizations as regional threats. North Korea criticized the US for revealing its "dangerous intention for aggression" and threatened to counter any US aggression with an overwhelming and sustained response. Concerns have also arisen about North Korea's potential weapons transfer deal with Russia, violating UN Security Council resolutions. North Korea's nuclear program has gained urgency, with over 100 missile tests conducted since the beginning of 2022. South Korea warned that any attempt by North Korea to use nuclear weapons would result in the end of the Kim government. The Pentagon report highlighted North Korea's mobile nuclear capabilities and chemical warfare agents as security threats. The US and South Korea have responded with joint military exercises and temporary deployments, which North Korea considers provocations.

via Yahoo News|

#international-relations #north-korea #nuclear-program