Investigations
In-depth, investigative journalism on North Korea
What happens when Americans get arrested in North Korea?
Former American detainee reveals new details of his captivity, showing what others can expect
Russian company makes North Korean workers its selling point
Vladivostok company leverages local reputation with a slick website and social media accounts
Single malt or champagne? Europe’s alcohol exports to N. Korea
Germany the second-largest alcohol exporter to DPRK, including single malts and quality wine
Evidence of building collapse inconclusive
NK News investigation, in-country sources cast doubts on media reports
Report: Namibia caught violating North Korea sanctions
African country not complying with 2006 sanctions despite claims cooperation ended in '05
Exclusive: American ‘defector’ home safely from North Korea
Martinez returned home discreetly last year, in contrast to public appearance in late 2014
North Korea’s new cable car from Austrian ski resort
New gondola system at the DPRK's Masikryong resort could breach UN, EU sanctions
All that glitters: Israel’s gold exports to North Korea
Official appears to give incorrect data on gold and other exports to the DPRK
Millions spent, but what has Track II with N. Korea achieved?
Investigation reveals more than $5 million spent on Track 1.5/2 dialogues since 2009, though participants struggle to cite successes
Veterans: S.Korean Special Forces can’t infiltrate North Korea
ROKA-SF lacks the equipment basics required to reach North Korea quickly, carry out its mission and return alive