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Report: North Korea dramatically increased executions during Covid-19

A report published Tuesday found that North Korea sharply increased executions during the Covid-19 pandemic, frequently tied to consuming South Korean dramas, K-pop and other foreign cultural or political offences.

Published Apr 28, 2026, 2:23 AM EDT | WFMZZ

A report published Tuesday showed North Korea dramatically increased executions during the Covid-19 pandemic, particularly for consuming South Korean dramas, K-pop and other foreign culture and political offences. The findings indicate a heightened crackdown on foreign media and perceived political crimes during the pandemic period.