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November 24, 2024

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Tristan Webb

Tristan Webb

Tristan Webb is a Senior Analyst for NK Pro. He was formerly a Senior DPRK Research Analyst for the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO).

Analysis

Getting to ‘maximum pressure’: some difficulties ahead?

Without a breakthrough at the UNSC, the USA may find it difficult to substantially increase economic pressure on the DPRK

Tristan WebbTristan WebbMay 31, 2017
Analysis

How UN Security Council sanctions will affect, but not thwart, a new Sunshine Policy

President Moon has a number of safe options he can take to pursue engagement

Tristan WebbTristan WebbMay 11, 2017
Analysis

Three myths about Moon Jae-in, dispelled

It is essential to be clear-headed about the new South Korean President's intentions

Tristan WebbTristan WebbMay 9, 2017
Analysis

Kim Jong Un’s April Activity: The Day of the Sun, Ryomyong Street, and successive shows of force

In a month dominated by the Day of the Sun, the North Korean leader oversaw a huge military drill and the unveiling of a major economic pet project

Tristan WebbTristan WebbMay 8, 2017
Analysis

South Korea’s presidential candidates and their North Korea policies

The candidates differ significantly on what North Korea must do before talks can take place

Tristan WebbTristan WebbMay 3, 2017
Analysis

The humanitarian impact of oil sanctions against North Korea

UN Security Council restrictions on oil to the DPRK would be a disproportionate act risking grave consequences

Tristan WebbTristan WebbApril 28, 2017
Analysis

Tensions on the Korean Peninsula: Plus ça change?

Despite current anxieties, lessons from past tensions offer hope

Tristan WebbTristan WebbApril 20, 2017
Analysis

How lawful are the USA’s military options against North Korea?

Washington's legal basis for a pre-emptive strike would likely be controversial among UN member states

Tristan WebbTristan WebbApril 11, 2017
Analysis

Kim Jong Un’s March Activity: Preparing for the Day of the Sun

As Kim Il Sung's birthday approaches, the leadership observes a rocket test and tours construction projects

Tristan WebbTristan WebbApril 6, 2017
Analysis

Right to self-defense? International law and U.S. options against North Korea

In the first part of a series, we examine the international legality of American options against the DPRK

Tristan WebbTristan WebbMarch 31, 2017