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North Korean Il-76 cargo planes make rare flights to northeast coast
Flights point to possible urgent military shipments, as Il-76 conversion to early warning aircraft enters new stage
December 13, 2024
From aid to academia: The status of foreign organizations in North Korea
An in-depth look at all the NGOs, businesses and schools that have resumed operations after pandemic closures
December 13, 2024
North Korea accuses US of extending ‘hegemony’ with new space unit in Japan
An in-depth analysis of criticism of Space Force, Mount Paektu pilgrims, coverage of ROK protests and more
December 13, 2024
In 6 hours, Yoon did the impossible: Make North Korea look like the rational one
Martial law tarnished South Korea’s image as reliable security partner, and hopes for bigger role in US nuclear policy
December 13, 2024
North Korea expanding rail access to airport near Wonsan mega resort: Imagery
Work on passenger or cargo station is part of ongoing construction at Wonsan Kalma ahead of scheduled May 2025 opening
December 12, 2024
Assad’s fall deprives North Korea of a fellow pariah, but its focus is elsewhere
While scant cooperation limits impact of events in Syria, rebel victory could deal blow to DPRK allies Russia and Iran
December 12, 2024
Why North Korea seeks old Russian fighter jets to modernize its fleet
MiG-29s and Su-27s likely pose little threat to ROK but show lengths DPRK must go to revitalize outdated air force
December 11, 2024
How Seoul’s new L-SAM interceptor boosts defenses against North Korean missiles
Indigenous capability will complement US assets like THAAD, with implications for ties with China
December 11, 2024
North Korea to resume train service with Russia next week after 5-year hiatus
Passenger trains will run between Tumangang and Russia’s Khasan three times a week as two sides push to boost tourism
December 11, 2024
North Korea slams Yoon as ‘fascist dictator’ in 1st report on martial law crisis
State media largely sticks to facts but paints South Korea as ‘chaotic’ and lacking strong leadership
December 11, 2024
