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ROK military says DPRK destroyed sections of two inter-Korean roads as it looks to sever ties to South

North Korea blows up inter-Korean roads, leading South to fire warning shots
Ifang Bremer
Ifang Bremer | Joon Ha Park October 15, 2024

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On high alert: Why North Korean threats over ROK drones likely aim to deescalate

On high alert: Why North Korean threats over ROK drones likely aim to deescalate

DPRK has put troops on standby many times under Kim Jong Un, usually avoiding conflict if Seoul respects its red lines

On high alert: Why North Korean threats over ROK drones likely aim to deescalate
Gabriela Bernal
Gabriela BernalOct 15, 2024

Why rumors of friction between North Korea and China are likely overblown

In interview, expert Seong-hyon Lee linkens countries to squabbling couple whose arguments belie stable relationship

Why rumors of friction between North Korea and China are likely overblown
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'CarrollOct 15, 2024
Why rumors of friction between North Korea and China are likely overblown
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Breaking down North Korea’s claims about alleged South Korean drone incursion

NK News’ Chad O’Carroll and Ifang Bremer discuss who was behind the incident and what it means for inter-Korean ties

Jihyun Park: A woman’s journey from North Korea to British politics

The defector-activist discusses her two escapes from the DPRK and her fight for global recognition of North Korea issues

Seoul’s ‘monster missile’ and a defector’s attempt to return to North Korea

NK News’ Joon Ha Park discusses South Korea’s Armed Forces Day and a man’s detainment after stealing a bus to cross DMZ

Youngah Lee: Why a ‘peace regime’ must come before unification with North Korea

Head of progressive civic group explains why she believes US military presence stands in way of better inter-Korean ties

Japan’s new leader, Kim Yo Jong slams Zelensky and advisory on DPRK IT workers

NK News’ Shreyas Reddy discusses how Shigeru Ishiba will approach North Korea and warnings about cyberattacks

Seongmin Lee: How USB flash drives can empower North Koreans

North Korean defector-activist discusses how his experiences inspired him to spread outside information in the DPRK

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North Korean vessel loiters outside Russian port, raising arms trade concerns
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North Korean vessel loiters outside Russian port, raising arms trade concerns

Kum Ya has anchored outside Vladivostok for two months since visiting Rason, a key hub for DPRK weapons shipments

North Korean vessel loiters outside Russian port, raising arms trade concerns
Anton Sokolin
Anton SokolinOct 15, 2024
Drone drama: What to make of North Korean claims about ROK aerial ‘intrusions’
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Drone drama: What to make of North Korean claims about ROK aerial ‘intrusions’

While South Korean military likely behind infiltration, possible NGO involvement raises risk of uncontrolled escalation

Drone drama: What to make of North Korean claims about ROK aerial ‘intrusions’
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'CarrollOct 14, 2024
Kim Jong Un wishes his ‘closest comrade’ Vladimir Putin a happy birthday
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Kim Jong Un wishes his ‘closest comrade’ Vladimir Putin a happy birthday

An in-depth analysis of North Korean leader’s letters, criticism of NATO, claims of bumper harvest and a new envoy

Kim Jong Un wishes his ‘closest comrade’ Vladimir Putin a happy birthday
Seung-Yeon Chung
Seung-Yeon ChungOct 11, 2024
How North Korea could deepen ties with Southeast Asia for a ‘multipolar world’

How North Korea could deepen ties with Southeast Asia for a ‘multipolar world’

Pyongyang likes that ASEAN doesn’t ‘dance to US tune,’ but return to nuke testing could thwart greater engagement

How North Korea could deepen ties with Southeast Asia for a ‘multipolar world’
Gabriela Bernal
Gabriela BernalOct 11, 2024
Kim Jong Un adds possible signal jammer to Maybach after Hezbollah pager attack
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Kim Jong Un adds possible signal jammer to Maybach after Hezbollah pager attack

New equipment on North Korean leader’s motorcade may also be part of improved system for command and control of nukes

Kim Jong Un adds possible signal jammer to Maybach after Hezbollah pager attack
Colin Zwirko
Colin ZwirkoOct 10, 2024
Russian ship returns to North Korean port in sign of continuing arms trade
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Russian ship returns to North Korean port in sign of continuing arms trade

Angara’s visit to Rason comes as port calls have slowed but not stopped in operation to send weapons for use in Ukraine

Russian ship returns to North Korean port in sign of continuing arms trade
Anton Sokolin
Anton SokolinOct 10, 2024
Unpacking North Korea’s silence on redefining its border with the South
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Unpacking North Korea’s silence on redefining its border with the South

Lack of constitutional changes may reflect opposition to anti-unification policy, or preference for strategic ambiguity

Unpacking North Korea’s silence on redefining its border with the South
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'CarrollOct 09, 2024
How Iran’s massive missile salvo on Israel previews North Korean tactics
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How Iran’s massive missile salvo on Israel previews North Korean tactics

Experts say South remains vulnerable to large-scale barrage, stressing need to boost air defenses to counter nukes

How Iran’s massive missile salvo on Israel previews North Korean tactics
Shreyas Reddy
Shreyas ReddyOct 08, 2024
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