Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
North Korea denounces ‘provocative’ US-ROK drills as prep for invasion
An in-depth analysis of responses to UFS and Ssang Yong, homes for farmers, a new envoy to Africa and more
September 6, 2024
Major construction underway at factory building North Korea’s biggest missiles
Project at Thaesong Machine Factory may aim to boost ICBM production, as Kim Jong Un upgrades arms factories nationwide
September 5, 2024
Why fears of North Korean ‘provocations’ before US election are likely overblown
History shows DPRK usually waits to see who wins before taking military action, rather than seeking to influence vote
September 4, 2024
North Korea likely building 7 large hangars at advanced drone airbase: Imagery
Nearby aircraft factory also dismantled ahead of possible reconstruction, sign it could manufacture drones
September 3, 2024
‘Balance of terror’: Why Seoul’s would-be defense chief wants South Korean nukes
Kim Yong-hyun has said North Korea won’t denuclearize and Japan could acquire WMDs, arguing ROK must prepare to do same
September 3, 2024
What Israel’s strikes on Hezbollah reveal about risks of preempting North Korea
Experts say US-ROK could replicate Israel’s success in part, but not without triggering massive nuclear retaliation
August 29, 2024
North Korea prioritizing land reclamation over major tidal power plant: Imagery
New seawall laid groundwork for leader-approved plant but then changed course, leaving timeline for construction unclear
August 29, 2024
How North Korea’s new suicide drones could menace the South, with or without AI
DPRK likely ripped off foreign designs for drones, which could help boost arms sales and provide platform for AI testing
August 27, 2024
Why North Korea has toned down its response to US-ROK summer exercises
Analysis shows Pyongyang has been less vocal about drills this year, perhaps due to floods, but it may not stay that way
August 26, 2024
How Kamala Harris will handle North Korea if she beats Trump this November
She is likely to maintain Biden’s sanctions and diplomatic strategy, but new challenges may require adjustments
August 23, 2024
