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Launched from 3,000-Ton Tactical Nuclear Attack Submarine: Photos Released As if attempting to exploit cracks in the South Korea-U.S. alliance, North Korea has engaged in another missile provocation. SBS Oct 15, 2026 11:44 PM

"New Standards for OPCON Transfer" ... "If Goalposts Keep Moving, It Can Never Happen" General Xavier Brunson, commander of the United States Forces Korea , has publicly stated that "the conditions for the wartime operational control transfer have changed," adding that "new standards have emerged." His remarks suggest that the conditions should be reexamined in light of North Korea's nuclear and missile development. SBS Oct 15, 2026 10:59 PM

US Military in Skies on Day of North Korea Missile Launch: 'Reconnaissance Drone Flies Over Korean Peninsula' On October 14, when North Korea conducted a test launch of submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles, a U.S. SBS Oct 15, 2026 10:10 PM

President Lee Approves Appointment of Kim Ji-yong as Head of Serious Crime Investigation Agency The approval comes 38 days after Minister of the Interior and Safety Yoon Ho-jung recommended Kim for the post on September 7. SBS Oct 15, 2026 9:16 PM

President Lee Calls on U.S. Business Group to Seek Opportunities to Expand Investment in Korea President Lee Jae-myung invited Evan Greenberg, chairman of the U.S.-Korea Business Council and chairman and CEO of Chubb Group, to Cheong Wa Dae for a meeting. SBS Oct 15, 2026 7:38 PM

President Lee Marks 500 Days in Office, Urging Faster Economic Relief for Public Despite Strong Key Indicators President Lee Jae-myung said, "Tomorrow marks the 500th day since the inauguration of our government of popular sovereignty," adding, "We will unswervingly follow the path of improving people's livelihoods, practical reform, and inclusive integration, without yielding to any external headwinds or resistance." President Lee made the remarks while presiding over a senior aides meeting at the Blue House on that day, stating, "The Republic of Korea stands at the crossroads of a massive great transition, and it is precisely at times like this that we must heed the will of the people with an even lower posture." Remarks regarding social and economic policies followed. SBS Oct 15, 2026 7:01 PM

North Korea Questions South's Hypersonic Test: "Not a Single Soot Mark, Paint Pristine" The Korean Central News Agency reported that Jang Chang-ha, general director of North Korea's Missile Administration, made the remarks in response to a question from a reporter. SBS Oct 15, 2026 6:41 PM

'Post-Kim Jong Un' Power Struggle Scenarios: Kim Ju-ae vs. Kim Yo-jong? Ahn Jung-sik: "Their Dynamic Is Delicate Right Now" South Korea's National Intelligence Service recently reported to the National A… SBS Oct 15, 2026 6:32 PM

President Lee Says Brazilian Egg Imports Were Small-Scale and Experimental, Calls '80 Billion Won Waste' False Claim President Lee Jae-myung criticized claims from some quarters that the government wasted 80 billion won in taxpayer money by importing Brazilian eggs at high prices and selling them cheaply, calling it the "spreading of false information for political purposes." President Lee attached related materials to a post on X and wrote, "I hope this will be corrected." President Lee stated, "This summer, domestic egg prices skyrocketed and supplies were short, while export availability from existing sources like Asia and the United States was also insufficient. SBS Oct 15, 2026 6:18 PM

Foreign Ministry Awards Bonuses to 20 Staff for Achievements Including Cambodia Scam Response Seven staff members from the South Korean Embassy in Cambodia were recognized for their contributions to establishing the "Korea-Cambodia Korea Task Force" to counter local scam crimes, as well as supporting joint investigations and the repatriation of fugitives who fled abroad. SBS Oct 15, 2026 5:23 PM