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July 17, 2024

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Colin Zwirko

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.

Analysis

North Koreans should display nuclear missile trinkets on desks, state media says

Citizens also expected to wear more pieces of patriotic flair as state pushes displays of loyalty to authorities

Colin ZwirkoColin ZwirkoSeptember 15, 2023
News

North Korea says Putin accepted invite to Pyongyang as Kim continues Russia tour

Two sides pledged to improve ties to ‘new heights’ after summit at space launch facility, DPRK state media reports

Colin ZwirkoColin ZwirkoSeptember 14, 2023
News

North Korea starts rebuilding major airbase in latest sign of air force revival

Satellite imagery shows construction on runway, but expert says still unclear if Pukchang Airbase could host new drones

Colin ZwirkoColin ZwirkoSeptember 13, 2023
News

Military officials join Kim Jong Un for trip to Russia as Putin summit looms

State media says North Korean leader left Pyongyang via private train on Sunday after US warns against weapons deal

Colin ZwirkoColin ZwirkoSeptember 12, 2023
News

North Korea launches new ‘nuclear attack submarine’: State media

Kim Jong Un promises more ballistic missile and nuclear-powered submarines at ceremony on east coast

Colin ZwirkoColin ZwirkoSeptember 8, 2023
Analysis

War-ready nation: What to expect at upcoming North Korean paramilitary parade

Satellite imagery shows thousands preparing for parade and concert ahead of Sept. 9 national founding holiday

Colin ZwirkoColin ZwirkoSeptember 7, 2023
Analysis

Missiles and ship engines: A look at Kim Jong Un’s latest weapons plant visits

North Korean leader continues to inspect facilities mass-producing weapons that Russia reportedly seeks

Colin ZwirkoColin ZwirkoSeptember 6, 2023
Analysis

Largest North Korea-China bridge may be preparing for grand opening

Satellite imagery shows fresh road work on New Yalu River Bridge, which could facilitate dramatic increase in trade

Colin ZwirkoColin ZwirkoSeptember 1, 2023
News

Kim Jong Un reviews ‘counterattack’ plan to ‘occupy’ South Korea

North Korean leader initiates ‘full-scale’ military command training in response to this week’s joint US-ROK drills

Colin ZwirkoColin ZwirkoAugust 31, 2023
Analysis

Behind the scenes of Kim Jong Un’s lavish banquet at elite Pyongyang resort

North Korean leader flaunted Spanish hams and wine coolers with wife and daughter, despite DPRK’s chronic food problems

Colin ZwirkoColin ZwirkoAugust 30, 2023
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