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Russian weapons ship returns to North Korea for first time since China repairs
Analysis

Russian weapons ship returns to North Korea for first time since China repairs

Reappearance of Angara suggests arms trade for Ukraine invasion will continue following Putin-Kim summit in Pyongyang

Russian weapons ship returns to North Korea for first time since China repairs
Colin ZwirkoColin Zwirko June 20, 2024
In Pyongyang, Putin pitches Kim Jong Un on a shadow economy beyond sanctions
Analysis

In Pyongyang, Putin pitches Kim Jong Un on a shadow economy beyond sanctions

Russia and North Korea could cooperate on SWIFT alternative and crypto, but expert sees little upside for DPRK

In Pyongyang, Putin pitches Kim Jong Un on a shadow economy beyond sanctions
Shreyas ReddyShreyas Reddy June 19, 2024
ROK opposition leader charged with orchestrating remittances to North Korea
News

ROK opposition leader charged with orchestrating remittances to North Korea

Lee Jae-myung is accused of conspiring with officials to send $8M to the DPRK during his tenure as Gyeonggi governor

ROK opposition leader charged with orchestrating remittances to North Korea
Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha Park | Lina Park June 12, 2024
North Korea sprucing up giant deserted beach resort to finally welcome guests
Analysis

North Korea sprucing up giant deserted beach resort to finally welcome guests

Satellite imagery shows road paving at Wonsan-Kalma resort and new work on arena, 4 years after original deadline

North Korea sprucing up giant deserted beach resort to finally welcome guests
Colin ZwirkoColin Zwirko June 12, 2024
Russia to promote ties with North Korea while eyeing collaboration with South
News

Russia to promote ties with North Korea while eyeing collaboration with South

Vladimir Putin defended DPRK’s nukes and expressed ‘appreciation’ to Seoul for not delivering weapons to Ukraine

Russia to promote ties with North Korea while eyeing collaboration with South
Anton SokolinAnton Sokolin June 6, 2024
North Korea in May 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
Analysis

North Korea in May 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead

An analytical look at the main developments from May 1, 2024 to May 31, 2024

North Korea in May 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
Arius DerrArius Derr | NK Pro June 3, 2024
Timeline: From a satellite launch explosion to a volley of trash balloons
Analysis

Timeline: From a satellite launch explosion to a volley of trash balloons

NK Pro timeline charts the key events from May 1 to May 31, 2024

Timeline: From a satellite launch explosion to a volley of trash balloons
NK ProNK Pro June 3, 2024
US exports over $200K in goods to North Korea, likely humanitarian aid
News

US exports over $200K in goods to North Korea, likely humanitarian aid

Census Bureau data shows multiple shipments of apparent private aid since November, the first in seven years

US exports over $200K in goods to North Korea, likely humanitarian aid
Lina ParkLina Park May 31, 2024
State media review: North Korea blasts UN chief over satellite launch criticism
State Media Review

State media review: North Korea blasts UN chief over satellite launch criticism

An in-depth analysis of statement against secretary-general, new houses for farmers and a campaign to catch more fish

State media review: North Korea blasts UN chief over satellite launch criticism
Seung-Yeon ChungSeung-Yeon Chung May 30, 2024
North Korea appears to transfer $20M from crypto wallet in push to cash out
News

North Korea appears to transfer $20M from crypto wallet in push to cash out

Transfer from DPRK-linked account hints at Pyongyang’s urgent need for funds to support strategic goals, expert says

North Korea appears to transfer $20M from crypto wallet in push to cash out
Shreyas ReddyShreyas Reddy May 29, 2024
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