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July 19, 2024

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Colin Zwirko

Colin Zwirko is a Senior Analytic Correspondent for NK News based in Seoul. He joined the company in 2018 after receiving a master's degree in international security and foreign policy from South Korea's Yonsei University. Follow him on Twitter.

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Fire breaks out at Kaesong Industrial Complex near inter-Korean border: Seoul

Fire breaks out at Kaesong Industrial Complex near inter-Korean border: Seoul

Second blaze in as many weeks at an inter-Korean facility lasted for about an hour and was visible from South Korea

Fire breaks out at Kaesong Industrial Complex near inter-Korean border: Seoul
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Colin Zwirko | Jeongmin Kim April 21, 2022
New activity at North Korean COVID quarantine zone may signal goods on the move
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New activity at North Korean COVID quarantine zone may signal goods on the move

Imported goods from China might be leaving border disinfection area 3 months after arriving

New activity at North Korean COVID quarantine zone may signal goods on the move
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Colin Zwirko April 20, 2022
New imagery shows scope of damage at South Korean resorts in North Korea
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New imagery shows scope of damage at South Korean resorts in North Korea

DPRK appears to have mostly torn down floating hotel, but cause of wildfire at Ananti golf course still unclear

New imagery shows scope of damage at South Korean resorts in North Korea
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Colin Zwirko April 18, 2022
North Korea tests new nuclear-capable ‘tactical guided’ missile: State media

North Korea tests new nuclear-capable ‘tactical guided’ missile: State media

Kim Jong Un guided the test and told military officials to 'further strengthen nuclear combat forces'

North Korea tests new nuclear-capable ‘tactical guided’ missile: State media
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Chaewon Chung | Colin Zwirko April 17, 2022
Kim Jong Un appears to welcome new top assistant into inner circle

Kim Jong Un appears to welcome new top assistant into inner circle

Woman recently seen hovering around North Korean leader with large handbag, though identity and role remain unknown

Kim Jong Un appears to welcome new top assistant into inner circle
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Colin Zwirko April 16, 2022
Kim Jong Un attends civilian parade marking founding leader’s 110th birthday

Kim Jong Un attends civilian parade marking founding leader’s 110th birthday

Thousands gather for events in central Pyongyang while soldiers continue training nearby for a future military parade

Kim Jong Un attends civilian parade marking founding leader’s 110th birthday
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Colin Zwirko April 16, 2022
North Korean military parade training continued Friday morning: Imagery

North Korean military parade training continued Friday morning: Imagery

Satellite imagery suggests DPRK didn't hold military parade overnight, but unclear when event will take place

North Korean military parade training continued Friday morning: Imagery
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Colin Zwirko April 15, 2022
Kim Jong Un opens ‘luxury’ homes for his elite supporters in Pyongyang

Kim Jong Un opens ‘luxury’ homes for his elite supporters in Pyongyang

North Korean media touts project as loyalty reward, doesn’t mention ‘hardships’ like at earlier ceremony for new homes

Kim Jong Un opens ‘luxury’ homes for his elite supporters in Pyongyang
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Colin Zwirko April 14, 2022
Everything you need to know about North Korea’s imminent military parade
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Everything you need to know about North Korea’s imminent military parade

Displays of long-range, hypersonic and submarine-launched missiles all in the cards for April 15 holiday celebration

Everything you need to know about North Korea’s imminent military parade
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Colin Zwirko April 13, 2022
North Korea opens 10,000-home project amid ‘worst national crisis’: State media

North Korea opens 10,000-home project amid ‘worst national crisis’: State media

Kim Jong Un attends ribbon-cutting ceremony, but unclear when residents will move into new homes

North Korea opens 10,000-home project amid ‘worst national crisis’: State media
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Colin Zwirko April 12, 2022
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