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The cost of vigilance: Seoul’s mobilization paradox in case of war with the DPRK
Analysis

The cost of vigilance: Seoul’s mobilization paradox in case of war with the DPRK

Experts question capabilities of South Korea’s reserve forces should mass call-ups become a reality

The cost of vigilance: Seoul’s mobilization paradox in case of war with the DPRK
Chad O'CarrollChad O'Carroll February 7, 2024
Russian envoy to DPRK predicts ‘breakthrough’ in two sides’ relations in 2024
News

Russian envoy to DPRK predicts ‘breakthrough’ in two sides’ relations in 2024

Alexander Matsegora told Russian state media Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin will sign agreement on mutual trips

Russian envoy to DPRK predicts ‘breakthrough’ in two sides’ relations in 2024
Anton SokolinAnton Sokolin February 7, 2024
North Korea calls ROK defense minister’s comments ‘prelude’ to war
News

North Korea calls ROK defense minister’s comments ‘prelude’ to war

‘Typical rhetoric’ out of Pyongyang reflects efforts to maximize gains from current tensions, expert says

North Korea calls ROK defense minister’s comments ‘prelude’ to war
Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha Park February 5, 2024
Yoon’s comments on North Korea trigger back and forth between Seoul and Moscow
News

Yoon’s comments on North Korea trigger back and forth between Seoul and Moscow

South Korea slams Russian support for Pyongyang while Kremlin cries foul over ROK-US cooperation

Yoon’s comments on North Korea trigger back and forth between Seoul and Moscow
Anton SokolinAnton Sokolin February 5, 2024
How North Korea hopes to fluster US and ROK defenses with cruise missiles
Analysis

How North Korea hopes to fluster US and ROK defenses with cruise missiles

Low altitude and quick launch time make new Pulhwasal series hard to spot in combat, especially if fired from submarine

How North Korea hopes to fluster US and ROK defenses with cruise missiles
Ankit PandaAnkit Panda February 5, 2024
North Korea says it tested new ‘super-large’ cruise missile warhead
News

North Korea says it tested new ‘super-large’ cruise missile warhead

State media did not reveal if Kim Jong Un was present at launch where ‘new’ anti-aircraft missile was also tested

North Korea says it tested new ‘super-large’ cruise missile warhead
Colin ZwirkoColin Zwirko February 3, 2024
North Korea in January 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
Month in Review

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

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

North Korea in January 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
NK ProNK Pro February 2, 2024
Timeline: From North Korean missiles in Ukraine to ROK becoming enemy ‘No. 1’
Analysis

Timeline: From North Korean missiles in Ukraine to ROK becoming enemy ‘No. 1’

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

Timeline: From North Korean missiles in Ukraine to ROK becoming enemy ‘No. 1’
NK ProNK Pro February 2, 2024
Kim Jong Un inspects warships on west coast amid fears of new border dispute
News

Kim Jong Un inspects warships on west coast amid fears of new border dispute

North Korean leader says work on naval projects at Nampho Dockyard is key to 'war preparations'

Kim Jong Un inspects warships on west coast amid fears of new border dispute
Colin ZwirkoColin Zwirko February 2, 2024
North Korean drones pose major risk to South Korean airports, lawmaker says
News

North Korean drones pose major risk to South Korean airports, lawmaker says

Only small fraction of airfields have drone detection tech, Seoul confirms, but level of danger posed is less certain

North Korean drones pose major risk to South Korean airports, lawmaker says
Jeongmin KimJeongmin Kim | Joon Ha Park January 31, 2024
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