Leadership
Information related to North Korea’s leadership and leadership structures
Drone drama: What to make of North Korean claims about ROK aerial ‘intrusions’
While South Korean military likely behind infiltration, possible NGO involvement raises risk of uncontrolled escalation
October 14, 2024
North Korea puts army ‘on standby to open fire’ if ROK drones enter its airspace
Kim Yo Jong and defense ministry escalate rhetoric in three new statements warning South over alleged drone ‘intrusions’
October 14, 2024
Kim Yo Jong threatens to ‘destroy’ Seoul if ROK drone found in North Korea again
North Korean leader’s sister says threat stands regardless of whether drones sent by government or activists
October 13, 2024
Kim Jong Un rejects political reform, calls for crackdown on obedience problem
North Korean leader pens special letter demanding absolute loyalty and attends event with daughter, presumed successor
October 11, 2024
Kim Jong Un wishes his ‘closest comrade’ Vladimir Putin a happy birthday
An in-depth analysis of North Korean leader’s letters, criticism of NATO, claims of bumper harvest and a new envoy
October 11, 2024
Kim Jong Un adds possible signal jammer to Maybach after Hezbollah pager attack
New equipment on North Korean leader’s motorcade may also be part of improved system for command and control of nukes
October 10, 2024
Unpacking North Korea’s silence on redefining its border with the South
Lack of constitutional changes may reflect opposition to anti-unification policy, or preference for strategic ambiguity
October 9, 2024
Kim Jong Un urges nuclear weapon buildup in visit to school named after himself
North Korean leader laments misreading of his nuke threats but similarly misrepresents ROK President Yoon’s remarks
October 8, 2024
North Korea simulates attack on island ahead of maritime border announcement
Artillery drill led by Kim Jong Un comes as DPRK expected to revise how it defines inter-Korean boundary in Yellow Sea
October 7, 2024
North Korea forgoes celebrations for 75th anniversary of ties with China
Lack of fanfare beyond leaders’ exchange of letters underscores bilateral relationship has reached a nadir, expert says
October 7, 2024
