Analysis
Leading experts analyze recent events and affairs involving North Korea
At parade, North Korea showcases a powerful asset — Chinese and Russian backing
Foreign delegations send message DRPK’s allies can tolerate its nukes, as military rolls out ICBMs and underwater drones
How North Korea’s new advanced drones change the game for the US and ROK
New capabilities could spy on military bases and even assassinate targets, though much about weapons remains unknown
‘Top salesman’ Kim Jong Un used arms expo to hawk weapons to Russia: Experts
Shoigu’s visit suggests Moscow seeks arms for Ukraine war, though some see it as attempt to send warning to US and ROK
North Korea debuts new spy and combat drones that mimic US models
Capabilities resemble Reaper and Global Hawk UAVs, though expert says unclear whether they’re based on stolen designs
Why a far-flung port on North Korea’s periphery could be key to its economy
China and Russia have recognized Rajin’s importance, and three countries have increasingly seen their interests align
What awaits US soldier Travis King in North Korean detention
Pyongyang subjects detainees to grueling interrogations, and a few tragic cases show that not everyone escapes unscathed
North Korea’s silence on elections could point to changes in how citizens vote
Recent plenum referenced election reform, which could ditch single-candidate polls without sacrificing state control
What a Chinese delegation’s visit means for North Korea’s border controls
DPRK may be testing waters before easing restrictions, or just making an exception for key ally on important holiday
North Korean ship linked to sanctions evasion makes rare visit to Russian port
Kum Ya offloaded cargo during first visit to Russia by DPRK vessel in three years, a sign of strengthening trade ties
Strange structure appears in Pyongyang as North Korea preps for military parade
Installation near Arch of Triumph may be for staging new weapons, while firework tubes point to nighttime event
