Analysis
Latest NK PRO analysis related to the DPRK
Why it may not matter if North Korea’s missiles can survive atmospheric reentry
Some doubt DPRK reentry vehicles would work as intended, but nuclear deterrence can be effective despite uncertainties
February 22, 2023
The Ukraine war has drawn North Korea back into Moscow’s political orbit
Pyongyang has offered vocal and material support for Russia’s invasion and stands to gain as conflict enters second year
February 22, 2023
What Kim Yo Jong’s missives say about North Korean priorities and sensitivities
DPRK leader’s sister has repeatedly insulted South Korean experts, but it’s far from clear what she seeks to achieve
February 21, 2023
Large construction camp pops up near Pyongyang’s foreign leader guesthouses
Workers made camp in same exclusive area to build luxurious palace for Chinese leader Xi Jinping ahead of state visit
February 21, 2023
Power politics: What light levels reveal about North Korea’s priorities
Satellites detect spikes in radiance of Pyongyang around nighttime parades and could help gauge DPRK’s economic activity
February 21, 2023
North Korea’s latest ICBM launch signals new phase of long-range missile drills
Military reportedly launched Hwasong-15 on short notice, as DPRK shifts focus from development to operational exercises
February 20, 2023
Why the US has worked to stop allies like South Korea from going nuclear
Some in Seoul want nukes to defend against North Korea, but US has put forward tough consequences to prevent this before
February 17, 2023
Kim Jong Un creates new bodyguard unit in latest effort to bolster security
Guard unit’s establishment also coincides with increasing public presence of North Korean leader’s daughter
February 16, 2023
3 years into pandemic, fears mount that North Korea is teetering toward famine
Experts say food insecurity appears to be worst in decades, but DPRK’s COVID isolation obscures situation on the ground
February 15, 2023
North Korea launders $100M in stolen crypto after sanctioned mixer rebrands
Report finds Blender relaunched as Sinbad, which expert says shows difficulty of enforcing sanctions on such tools
February 15, 2023
