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Infographic: New drones steal thunder of ICBMs at North Korea’s latest parade
Analysis

Infographic: New drones steal thunder of ICBMs at North Korea’s latest parade

In 2nd parade of year, DPRK showcased more new tech for visiting delegations but dialed back on long-range missiles

Infographic: New drones steal thunder of ICBMs at North Korea’s latest parade
Joost OliemansJoost Oliemans July 31, 2023
Seoul demands North Korea stop arms sales after its rockets show up in Ukraine
News

Seoul demands North Korea stop arms sales after its rockets show up in Ukraine

Reported confirmation that DPRK weapons have appeared on battlefield comes after Russian defense chief visited Pyongyang

Seoul demands North Korea stop arms sales after its rockets show up in Ukraine
Ifang BremerIfang Bremer | Yeji Chung July 31, 2023
World’s most powerful army? The weapons North Korea brandished at latest parade
Analysis

World’s most powerful army? The weapons North Korea brandished at latest parade

New drone, missile platform and tank rolled through Pyongyang for Victory Day, while ICBMs underwhelmed

World’s most powerful army? The weapons North Korea brandished at latest parade
Joost OliemansJoost Oliemans July 31, 2023
US Senate appoints North Korean human rights envoy after six-year vacancy
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US Senate appoints North Korean human rights envoy after six-year vacancy

Julie Turner has said she seeks to empower DPRK escapees and resume Security Council briefings on country’s human rights

US Senate appoints North Korean human rights envoy after six-year vacancy
Ifang BremerIfang Bremer July 31, 2023
Kim meets with Chinese official after two cheer on nukes at military parade
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Kim meets with Chinese official after two cheer on nukes at military parade

North Korean leader vows to boost ‘strategic and tactical’ ties at meeting with visiting Chinese delegation

Kim meets with Chinese official after two cheer on nukes at military parade
Colin ZwirkoColin Zwirko July 29, 2023
Yoon Suk-yeol appoints new unification minister despite opposition objections
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Yoon Suk-yeol appoints new unification minister despite opposition objections

Kim Yung-ho’s inauguration comes as ministry cuts personnel overseeing dialogue and cooperation with North Korea

Yoon Suk-yeol appoints new unification minister despite opposition objections
Jeongmin KimJeongmin Kim July 28, 2023
Kim Jong Un wants North Koreans to know: China and Russia love his nukes
Analysis

Kim Jong Un wants North Koreans to know: China and Russia love his nukes

DPRK used parade to show citizens suffering under pandemic controls that its massive military spending is all worth it

Kim Jong Un wants North Koreans to know: China and Russia love his nukes
James FretwellJames Fretwell July 28, 2023
Why North Korea played favorites with Russia over China at military parade
Analysis

Why North Korea played favorites with Russia over China at military parade

While rank is likely a factor, experts suggest DPRK also sought to show it is not only reliant on Beijing

Why North Korea played favorites with Russia over China at military parade
Ifang BremerIfang Bremer July 28, 2023
At parade, North Korea showcases a powerful asset — Chinese and Russian backing
Analysis

At parade, North Korea showcases a powerful asset — Chinese and Russian backing

Foreign delegations send message DRPK’s allies can tolerate its nukes, as military rolls out ICBMs and underwater drones

At parade, North Korea showcases a powerful asset — Chinese and Russian backing
Ankit PandaAnkit Panda July 28, 2023
Yoon hails UN troops who defended ROK from North Korea’s ‘totalitarian forces’
News

Yoon hails UN troops who defended ROK from North Korea’s ‘totalitarian forces’

President says South Korean freedom built on ‘blood-stained uniforms,’ marking 70th anniversary of Korean War armistice

Yoon hails UN troops who defended ROK from North Korea’s ‘totalitarian forces’
Shreyas ReddyShreyas Reddy July 28, 2023