North Korea has been in the news a lot lately due to their unpredictable behavior and recent threats against the United States. Here’s what you need to know about North Korea and the latest news.

North Korea Threatens To Strike Southern Islands

On Thursday, North Korea threatened to strike south Korean islands in the Yellow Sea as a response to UN sanctions imposed over its nuclear and missile programs.

The warning came after the United Nations Security Council unanimously passed a resolution last week banning exports of coal, iron, lead and seafood to North Korea. The resolution also calls for an international investigation into human rights abuses in the country.

According to North Korea’s official Korean Central News Agency, the sanctions are “an act of war” and “a grave infringement of our sovereignty.” The KCNA also said that “if South Korea makes any move to carry out these acts of aggression against us,” Pyongyang will take ” retaliatory measures including striking at any target in South Korea.”

The threat comes just days after South Korea carried out joint military exercises with the United States off the eastern coast of South Korea. Pyongyang has condemned those drills as rehearsals for an invasion of North Korea.

North Korea Ceases Missile Testing

North Korea has ceased missile testing, according to South Korean media. The move comes after the country conducted five tests in total this year. The latest test occurred on Sept. 3.

Experts say that this is a sign of progress from North Korea, as they have been known for their erratic behavior and frequent testing of weapons systems. This move could also lead to more negotiations between the United States and North Korea.

North Korea Announces Plans to Open a Factory For Tourism

On Wednesday, North Korea announced plans to open a factory for tourism. The factory will be located in the scenic Mt. Kumgang region and will reportedly employ 100 North Koreans and 10 foreigners. This is the latest development in North Korea’s efforts to revive its tourism industry, which has been in decline since the fall of the Kim Jong-Il regime.

North Korea Issues Order For Disbandment Of Special Forces

North Korea issued an order on Tuesday for the disbandment of its Special Forces, according to South Korean media reports. The move comes as the rogue state continues to face international condemnation over its recent nuclear and ballistic missile tests. The order was issued by Kim Jong Un, the North Korean leader, during a meeting with senior officials, according to Yonhap News Agency. It is unclear how many Special Forces exist within North Korea.

North Korea Announces Plans To Open A Factory For Tourism

North Korea has announced plans to open a factory for tourism. The state-run Korean Central News Agency reports that the factory will be located in the scenic Mount Kumgang region.

The factory is expected to create about 10,000 jobs. North Korea has been trying to attract more tourists since the collapse of its economy in the 1990s.