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North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has publicly praised soldiers who killed themselves rather than be captured while fighting Ukrainian forces in Kursk region, offering the clearest confirmation yet of what officials and intelligence agencies have long described as one of Pyongyang’s most extreme battlefield policies.

In remarks published Monday by North Korean state media KCNA and first reported by Reuters, Kim honored troops who “unhesitatingly chose the path of self-destruction and suicide” rather than surrender, as he addressed Russian officials and bereaved families during a memorial ceremony for North Korean soldiers killed in combat.

“It is not only the heroes who unhesitatingly chose the path of self-destruction and suicide to defend great honor, but also those who fell while charging at the forefront of assault battles,” Kim said.

The comments mark the first time Kim has directly acknowledged the lengths North Korean troops fighting for Russia have gone to in attempts to avoid capture by Ukrainian forces.

BATTERED IN UKRAINE, RUSSIA RACES TO REARM — BUT QUESTIONS LINGER OVER ITS MILITARY STRENGTH

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attends a photo session with officers and soldiers who participated in the 90th founding anniversary of the Korean People’s Revolutionary Army in North Korea on April 27, 2022. (Korean Central News Agency/Korea News Service)

North Korea deployed an estimated 14,000 troops to Russia’s western Kursk region to support Moscow’s war effort, according to South Korean, Ukrainian and Western officials cited by Reuters. Those same officials say the forces suffered staggering losses, with more than 6,000 North Korean soldiers believed killed in some of the war’s most intense fighting.

For months, intelligence reports, battlefield evidence and defector testimony have pointed to a grim directive: North Korean troops were expected to detonate grenades or otherwise take their own lives rather than risk capture.

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un pose for a photo during a signing ceremony following bilateral talks in Pyongyang, North Korea, June 19, 2024. (Sputnik/Kristina Kormilitsyna/Kremlin via REUTERS)

That policy appears to have extended even to the few who survived. According to The Guardian, two North Korean soldiers captured by Ukrainian forces and now held as prisoners of war in Kyiv both reportedly attempted to blow themselves up but were unable to do so because of severe injuries. One of the captured soldiers has reportedly expressed guilt over failing to carry out those orders.

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North Korean troops train with Russian instructors to clear mines in the heavily contaminated Kursk region, according to Russian Defense Ministry footage. (East to West News Agency)

Kim’s latest speech appears to transform those reports from battlefield allegations into publicly praised state doctrine.

“Those who writhed in frustration at failing to fulfill their duty as soldiers rather than suffering the agony of their bodies being torn apart by bullets and shells — these too can be called the party’s loyal warriors and patriots,” Kim added.

The statement underscores the ideological intensity imposed on North Korean forces, whose loyalty to the regime appears to extend beyond combat to self-destruction.

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North Korean troops sweep minefields left behind in the Kursk region after months of fighting. (East to West News Agency)

The revelation also highlights the deepening military relationship between Pyongyang and Moscow.

According to South Korean intelligence assessments, North Korea has provided not only troops but also munitions to Russia, while receiving economic aid and military technology in return.

Reuters contributed to this report.

The FBI and Secret Service confirmed they are investigating after the owner of a Wisconsin brewery advertised a free beer promotion upon the death of President Donald Trump just after a man was apprehended for allegedly attempting to assassinate the 47th president.

“The U.S. Secret Service follows up on perceived threats against the President of the United States or any one of our protectees,” the agencies said in a joint statement to Fox News. “The FBI and Secret Service together followed up on information received and conducted further investigative steps, which included a voluntary interview with the individual. This is an ongoing matter and we do not have further comment.”

Kirk Bangstad owns the progressive-themed Minocqua Brewing Company in the northern Wisconsin town of Minocqua.

A photo of Kirk Bangstad, owner of the Minocqua Brewing company, posted to the brewery’s Facebook page. (Facebook/Minocqua Brewing Company)

At 9:15 p.m. Saturday, April 25, moments after news broke that shots were fired inside the Washington Hilton Hotel where Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance and cabinet members were attending the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner, the brewery advertised on its Facebook page that it would give out free beer upon Trump’s death.

“Well, we almost got #freebeerday. Either a brother or sister in the Resistance needs to work on their marksmanship or he faked another assassination to get a positive news cycle,” the post said. “We’ll never know. Regardless, we stand at the ready to pour free beer the day it happens.”

The post encouraged supporters to purchase T-shirts that say “I wish it was free beer day at Minocqua Brewing Company.”

“Our celebration of life is going to be legendary!” the post said.

A Google Maps image of the Minocqua Brewing Company in Minocqua, Wisconsin, taken on an unknown date. (Google Maps)

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Thursday evening, Bangstad, a Democratic political activist and former political candidate, livestreamed for more than five minutes while two men in suits questioned him on whether he knew anyone or supported anyone who wanted to harm Trump.

The brewery also posted a text transcription of a voicemail Bangstad received from a person he identified as a Secret Service agent, including that person’s phone number.

“Call this number and ask this secret service agent to stand down and honor his oath to his country,” the post urged.

“We only give comments to legitimate news organizations, not state propaganda agencies,” Bangstad told Fox News Digital after a request for comment. “However, maybe one of our customers might want to respond to your question.”

The Minocqua Brewing Company is shown in a Google Earth image amid controversy over its “free beer day” campaign referencing the anticipated death of President Donald Trump. (Google Maps)

AFTER THIRD ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT, DEBATE GROWS OVER WHETHER TRUMP ATTACK WARRANTS ANOTHER INVESTIGATION

Cole Allen, 31, of Torrance, California, is accused of traveling cross-country by train before attempting to assassinate Trump.

He allegedly attempted to storm through a Secret Service checkpoint in the direction of the ballroom where the dinner was being held with a loaded 12-gauge shotgun and several other weapons. He fell to the ground and was apprehended before gaining access to the ballroom.

Allen faces charges of attempting to assassinate the president of the United States, discharge of a firearm during a crime of violence and transporting a firearm across state lines.

President Donald Trump posted a photo on social media showing law enforcement detaining Cole Thomas Allen following a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner in Washington, D.C., on April 25, 2026. (US President Trump via Truth Social/Anadolu/Getty Images)

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U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro also said the suspect will face “many more charges.”

He was arraigned in federal court on Tuesday and returned to court on Thursday for a detention hearing, where a judge ordered him held without bail.

UAE on Strait of Hormuz: This tension is increasing towards the start of military action once again due to the ongoing war between Iran and America and Israel. If Israel and America take action against Iran again, the troubles of the Gulf countries will increase. Because this time Iran has warned of massive retaliatory action.

Now UAE i.e. United Arab Emirates has issued a statement regarding this. This statement has been issued regarding Hormuz. According to news agency Reuters, a senior UAE official gave a statement on Friday saying that the unilateral arrangement made by Iran for the Strait of Hormuz cannot be trusted.

This is a sign of deep mistrust between all parties: UAE

According to UAE, this is a sign of deep distrust between all parties. While efforts to end the Iran war are still stuck in a deadlock. Two months into the conflict, this vital sea route is still largely closed due to the Iranian blockade. The US Navy is blocking the export of Iranian crude oil.

UAE has said that due to this blockade 20% of the world’s oil and gas supply has been disrupted. Due to this, global energy prices have increased. Fears of economic recession have also increased. The ceasefire is in force since April 8. This comes after reports emerged that US President Donald Trump is to be briefed about plans for new military strikes to force Iran to negotiate. At one point on Thursday, global oil prices reached their highest level in four years.

Iran activated air defense system

Here, two senior Iranian sources have said on the condition of anonymity that Iran has activated its air defense system. If there is an attack on him, he is planning a comprehensive retaliatory action. Iran estimates that there could be a short and sharp attack from the US side. After this Israel can also attack.

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There is an uproar in Sydney, Australia. Here a 5 year old tribal girl from a remote town has been murdered. A man has been arrested on this suspicion. After this, hundreds of people have come out on the streets. Meanwhile, clashes have been seen between security forces and protesters.

At the same time, in this entire matter, the Prime Minister of Australia, the Police Commissioner of Northern Territory and a spokesperson of the victim’s family have appealed to maintain peace. This appeal has been made when a crowd of about 400 tribal people gathered near the hospital on Thursday night. The suspect was beaten unconscious in the hospital by an angry mob. After this he was admitted to the hospital.

Government channel ABC reported that in the footage of the protest, members of the crowd are demanding revenge. In tribal societies, payback means traditional and mostly physical punishment.

The angry mob attacked police officers and medical staff with stones and other objects and injured them. They also damaged police vehicles, ambulances and fire brigade vehicles. The police have dispersed the protesters. Also used tear gas.

The whole matter started when the girl went missing late Saturday evening. Northern Territory Police Commissioner Martin Doull told during a press conference that a person named Jefferson Lewis had kidnapped and murdered the girl. After this he himself came to present himself at a town camp in Alice Springs. After he presented himself, the members of that town camp decided to punish Jefferson themselves.

Hundreds of people conducted a search operation in the dense forests. The body was recovered. The Police Commissioner said that he appeals to the entire community to maintain peace. I hope what we saw last night was just an exception. He further said that keeping Lewis’s own safety in mind, he was sent to Darwin, the capital of the Northern Territory, early on Friday. PM Anthony Albanese says that he understands the anger and disappointment of the people. He appealed to the community to unite.

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When the University of Michigan decided to open an investigation into former head coach Sherrone Moore, I don’t imagine fans thought the school would be paying more than $10 million to lawyers looking into past transgressions.

But, as the saying goes in college athletics, billable hours are undefeated.

As Michigan put together a plan to investigate Sherrone Moore regarding his relationship with former Wolverines’ staffer Paige Shiver, the school hired the Jenner & Block law firm that is based in Chicago. The goal was to uncover all of the wrongdoings by the former coach tied to his extramarital affair with the 32-year-old football staffer.

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The probe into Moore by the law firm actually started in November 2025, after it was alleged through a tip that the two were romantically involved, with rumors swirling within the football building for more than three years.

Based on evidence found in the initial weeks, the school and law firm still needed actual proof of improprieties, and not having to base their claims on scuttlebutt around the facility.

What the law firm has now uncovered has yet to be officially reported, but the price tag for the investigation into the actions of Moore was more than likely a tad bit higher than what school officials probably had in mind when this all began.

According to the Detroit News, which submitted a FOIA request for financial records, the law firm of Jenner & Block has billed Michigan over $11.5 million for investigative work done from November 2025 to March 2026, with the balance from April yet to be disclosed.

EX-MICHIGAN FOOTBALL COACH SHERRONE MOORE’S MISTRESS REVEALS HE GOT HER PREGNANT DURING RELATIONSHIP

Sherrone Moore, head coach at the University of Michigan, stands next to Warde Manuel, the school’s athletic director, during a press conference at the Junge Family Champions Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on Jan. 27, 2024. (David Rodriguez Munoz / USA TODAY NETWORK)

You might be wondering what type of probe would cost that much money.

But, it’s important to remember that after discovering the alleged relationship between Sherrone Moore and Paige Shiver, the school decided that it would also retain the same firm to open a larger probe into the athletic department’s culture.

The main reason for the broader scope was to look into the culture that led to multiple NCAA inquiries into Michigan football, along with former assistant coach Matt Weiss being arrested by the FBI on charges of stealing more than 3,000 videos and photos of college athletes by hacking into their personal accounts.

Sherrone Moore fired after former staffer provides information

According to an interview with ABC News, Paige Shiver noted that her relationship with the former Michigan coach first started when he was an assistant under Jim Harbaugh in January 2022.

After first being hired by the school as an intern in 2021, Shiver was promoted to assistant recruiting coordinator just five months later, according to the Michigan directory.

Then, Jim Harbaugh accepted the Los Angeles Chargers head coaching position following the Wolverines capturing the 2023 CFP title, while also being embroiled in the Connor Stallions sign-stealing investigation.

That is when athletic director Warde Manuel decided that Sherrone Moore would become the next head coach at Michigan, officially hiring him on Jan. 26, 2024.

Soon thereafter, Paige Shiver was promoted to executive assistant to Moore, where their relationship continued, with her also receiving a significant pay increase.

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Head Football Coach Jim Harbaugh, Offensive Coordinator Sherrone Moore, and Assistant Football Coach Mimi Bolden-Morris stand on the sideline during a college football game against the Colorado State Rams at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich., on Sept. 3, 2022. (Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images)

As for the extramarital affair between Moore and Shiver, the school first received a tip last summer, which led to the school opening its own investigation into the case.

Given that Sherrone Moore coached the entire 2025 regular season, with rumors continuing to swirl within the football building according to multiple sources, Michigan AD Warde Manuel clearly did not have enough evidence to bring forth a human resources violation.

What took Michigan so long to fire Sherrone Moore?

The only thing missing was proof, which came from Paige Shiver on Dec. 8, 2025. The staffer met with university officials and the law firm investigating the matter, providing them with electronic evidence of the relationship, giving Michigan enough to fire Sherrone Moore.

On the same day he was fired, Dec. 10, 2025, Moore was alleged to have broken into the apartment of Shiver, where he is said to have grabbed a butter knife out of a drawer and held it to his throat while screaming at the former staffer that she had ruined his life.

Kelli Moore walks with her husband, former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore, and his attorney Ellen Michaels at the 14A-1 District Court in Ann Arbor on March 6, 2026. (Mandi Wright / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)

This all led to an interesting few months of court proceedings, with Moore pleading “no contest” for two misdemeanors of trespassing and malicious use of telecommunication, with the judge sentencing him to 18 months’ probation. He was also ordered to not have any contact with Paige Shiver.

The only people who truly know what occurred over the three-day period leading up to his arrest are Shiver and Moore, though the investigation into the Michigan athletics department will likely answer a number of questions regarding the relationship that transpired.

For now, the school is waiting on the final report, with the investigation reportedly being finished this month. During the interview with ABC News, Shiver noted that due to a medical condition, she had to have an abortion during her relationship with Sherrone Moore.

What happens next will be interesting to follow, especially for athletic director Warde Manuel and school officials, with a potential lawsuit coming from Paige Shiver.

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