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Drills on assassinating Kim Jong Un remain an ‘option,’ ROK defense chief says
Shin Won-sik makes rare mention of decapitation strikes against North Korea as US-ROK special forces exercises kick off
December 19, 2023
Next steps for North Korea: Are international sanctions still relevant?
Vast majority of experts say DPRK sanctions regime is increasingly ineffective, but many argue it still has role to play
December 19, 2023
US, ROK and Japan start real-time data sharing on North Korean missile launches
Seoul says system will improve detection and evaluation of DPRK missiles, with three countries to share info 24/7
December 19, 2023
Next steps for North Korea: How open is Kim Jong Un to future diplomacy with US?
Most experts say DPRK would have limited interest in talks with new president, though some see potential in arms control
December 18, 2023
US-ROK meeting on nuke strategy draws North Korean threats of ‘counteraction’
Allies discuss ways to boost extended deterrence, while Pyongyang promises ‘preview’ of nuclear war before year’s end
December 18, 2023
North Korea fires apparent ICBM, second missile launch in 10 hours: ROK
Launches come after US-ROK nuclear weapon talks and arrival of US submarine in Busan
December 18, 2023
North Korea converting cargo plane into military aircraft, imagery suggests
Air Koryo Il-76 plane with possible new rotodome could be used to detect enemy missiles, expert tells NK Pro
December 15, 2023
North Korea wants more Russian tourists to visit, Far East officials say
Primorsky Krai says DPRK proposed new rail, sea and air routes between countries, after delegation returns from visit
December 15, 2023
State media review: North Korea releases white paper on US human rights ‘abuses’
An in-depth of analysis of a defense of DPRK’s human rights record, a new mask factory and waterway and more
December 14, 2023
Donald Trump denies he plans to let North Korea keep nukes if reelected
Statement by former president follows report that he is open to offer sanctions relief if DPRK stops making bombs
December 14, 2023
