New posters urge public to support Kim Jong Un’s focus on weapons development after leader outlines new nuclear doctrine
Satellite imagery shows construction still unfinished on long-delayed facility, as DPRK maintains COVID border controls
North Korea also honors workers who sacrifice ‘enjoyment’ for country’s development at Sept. 9 National Day banquet
Kim cites cold weather virus risks in speech, while also promising large economic growth by 2025 at assembly session
North Korea reveals new nuclear doctrine that says it may launch nuclear strike in response to ‘non-nuclear’ attacks
State media has hinted at possible 'celebrations' this week, though a large-scale military parade unlikely
Source says stages and screens installed in central Pyongyang, while Kim could make speech at parliamentary session
Clubs under construction in major cities teach remote plane piloting and skydiving, acting as military recruitment tool
Two-day gathering appears to focus on overall state policies rather than storm, but state media report short on details
Vegetation die-off visible at Sohae vertical engine test stand this week, amid signs of new upgrades at launchpad
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