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Russian weapons ship returns to North Korea for first time since China repairs
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Russian weapons ship returns to North Korea for first time since China repairs

Reappearance of Angara suggests arms trade for Ukraine invasion will continue following Putin-Kim summit in Pyongyang

Russian weapons ship returns to North Korea for first time since China repairs
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko June 20, 2024
Pyongyang power play: What to make of Kim and Putin’s ‘comprehensive’ new treaty
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Pyongyang power play: What to make of Kim and Putin’s ‘comprehensive’ new treaty

Mutual defense pledge could justify more North Korean aid for Ukraine invasion, but economic exchange faces clear limits

Pyongyang power play: What to make of Kim and Putin’s ‘comprehensive’ new treaty
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll June 19, 2024
In Pyongyang, Putin pitches Kim Jong Un on a shadow economy beyond sanctions
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In Pyongyang, Putin pitches Kim Jong Un on a shadow economy beyond sanctions

Russia and North Korea could cooperate on SWIFT alternative and crypto, but expert sees little upside for DPRK

In Pyongyang, Putin pitches Kim Jong Un on a shadow economy beyond sanctions
Shreyas Reddy
Shreyas Reddy June 19, 2024
New North Korean defense line crosses border with South, armistice maps confirm
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New North Korean defense line crosses border with South, armistice maps confirm

NK Pro analysis shows two new paths touch or cross Military Demarcation Line, the first such activity in decades

New North Korean defense line crosses border with South, armistice maps confirm
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko | Ifang Bremer June 18, 2024
Why North Korea’s burgeoning military alliance with Russia is built to last
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Why North Korea’s burgeoning military alliance with Russia is built to last

Though some see a dalliance around Ukraine war, structural changes in both countries suggest they’re in it for long run

Why North Korea’s burgeoning military alliance with Russia is built to last
Chris Monday
Chris Monday June 14, 2024
What to make of ‘milestone’ US-ROK nuke guidelines on deterring North Korea

What to make of ‘milestone’ US-ROK nuke guidelines on deterring North Korea

While some see promise in integrating nuclear and conventional forces, others raise concern Seoul is fixated on WMDs

What to make of ‘milestone’ US-ROK nuke guidelines on deterring North Korea
Jeongmin Kim
Jeongmin Kim June 12, 2024
Up to 11: How ROK loudspeakers blare propaganda far into North Korea

Up to 11: How ROK loudspeakers blare propaganda far into North Korea

Mobile speakers can reportedly broadcast over 20 miles, but experts say terrain and weather can muddle the message

Up to 11: How ROK loudspeakers blare propaganda far into North Korea
Joe Smith
Joe Smith June 12, 2024
North Korea sprucing up giant deserted beach resort to finally welcome guests
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North Korea sprucing up giant deserted beach resort to finally welcome guests

Satellite imagery shows road paving at Wonsan-Kalma resort and new work on arena, 4 years after original deadline

North Korea sprucing up giant deserted beach resort to finally welcome guests
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko June 12, 2024
Sonic war: How propaganda loudspeakers have amplified inter-Korean strife

Sonic war: How propaganda loudspeakers have amplified inter-Korean strife

North and South Korea once traded artillery fire over loudspeakers, but they have also found ways to deescalate in past

Sonic war: How propaganda loudspeakers have amplified inter-Korean strife
Gabriela Bernal
Gabriela Bernal June 11, 2024
How North Korea will retaliate against the restart of ROK loudspeaker broadcasts
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How North Korea will retaliate against the restart of ROK loudspeaker broadcasts

DPRK threatened ‘new counteractions,’ and NK Pro analysis suggest this could range from drones to artillery fire

How North Korea will retaliate against the restart of ROK loudspeaker broadcasts
Jeongmin Kim
Jeongmin Kim June 11, 2024
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