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More articles by 'Fyodor Tertitskiy'
The Soviet-Japanese War: the brief conflict that created North Korea
73 years since its outbreak, the war's impact is often understated
Why Soviet plans for Austria-style unification in Korea did not become a reality
An official document reveals the division of the peninsula could have been avoided
Kim Jong Un’s public appearances in July: speedbattling on-the-spot guidances
Last month saw the leader make a record breaking number of economy-related visits
Fragile peace: the signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement
65 years on, a temporary agreement has become the new normal
How the North is run: the secret police
The DPRK's state security is the cornerstone of the Kim family's power - but life at the top is a dangerous game
Why do so many North Korean officials die in car crashes?
Several members of the DPRK elite have met their end in mysterious automotive accidents
Looking South: North Korean coverage of Moon Jae-in’s Presidency
State media appears more interested in the faults of the opposition than the pro-engagement President
The problems with North Korean translations
From "dotard" to bad grammar: it's typically better for researchers to use the original source
A brief history of North Korean reforms
Despite some tentative steps, Pyongyang remains a long way away from serious change
The Kim Jong Un succession campaign: how the “Young General” took power
The worsening health of his father led to a speedy propaganda effort to anoint the new leader
