Military affairs
Information related to military issues in North and South Korea
Kim Jong Un blasts US support for Ukraine at major army conference
North Korean leader says US poses worldwide threat but stops short of mentioning troop deployments to Russia
November 18, 2024
North Korean elites will ensure their sons aren’t dispatched to Russia: Defector
Ex-DPRK diplomat says deployment unlikely to spark domestic backlash, as public fears retaliation fo voicing concern
November 15, 2024
Half of South Koreans think Trump return will negatively impact North Korea ties
Poll also finds two-thirds support nuclear armament, amid doubts about president-elect’s commitment to Seoul’s defense
November 15, 2024
‘Monstrous’ North Korean artillery spotted in Russia, likely for use in Ukraine
Photos suggest DPRK is supplying M-1989 Koksan self-propelled guns for war effort, supplementing troop deployments
November 15, 2024
What Trump’s vow to end Ukraine war means for future of North Korea-Russia ties
Experts say wartime alliance could outlast the conflict, posing new security risks in hotspots around the world
November 15, 2024
North Korea to start mass-producing suicide attack drones, Kim Jong Un says
DPRK leader watches strike on mock tank and BMW, while inspecting factory project in first appearance since US election
November 15, 2024
Kim Jong Un lays low after Trump win, sign of possible policy review
North Korean leader has not appeared in state media in nine days, one of just a few extended absences this year
November 14, 2024
US, South Korea confirm North Korean troops have entered combat against Ukraine
Seoul’s spy agency says DPRK has completed deployment to Kursk, as US and its allies vow ‘firm response’
November 14, 2024
How Trump’s picks for top posts could shape North Korea policy in second term
Prospective national security advisor, CIA director and others have pushed hard line on DPRK, but also backed diplomacy
November 13, 2024
US, ROK and Japan hold large-scale military drills for second time this year
American aircraft carrier headlines Freedom Edge exercise to deter North Korea and promote interoperability
November 13, 2024
