BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union has slapped more sanctions on North Korea over its continued efforts to develop ballistic and nuclear missiles and its support for Russia. The EU Council said Friday that nine additional individuals and entities will be hit by asset freezes and travel bans. The EU started imposing restrictive measures on North Korea in 2006 in line with U.N. sanctions over its nuclear and missile tests. It said North Korea has launched at least 22 missiles this year. Both North Korea and Russia have repeatedly dismissed the allegation.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 31, 2024 17:15 UTC