Pyongyang: North Korea has canceled its international marathon scheduled for April 5, according to a tour agency involved with the event. Koryo Tours, a China-based agency that organizes tours to North Korea, said it received an official message from Pyongyang's Athletics Association citing 'some reasons' for the cancellation.

According to Anadolu Agency, Koryo Tours mentioned that the decision is final, and emphasized that no further information has been provided regarding the reasons for the cancellation. The agency shared this update on its website, leaving participants and interested parties with unanswered questions about the sudden decision.

The Pyongyang International Marathon, which was previously known as the Mangyongdae Prize International Marathon, has a long history, having been first held in 1981. The event opened its doors to amateur runners in 2014, expanding its appeal. The marathon was notably canceled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic but resumed in 2025, marking a significant return for the sporting event.