Military affairs
Information related to military issues in North and South Korea
North Korea likely to carry out ‘provocations’ around US and ROK elections: NIS
Seoul’s spy agency says historical patterns and DPRK’s defense posture point to military and cyber activity in new year
December 29, 2023
From bad to worse: Charting the breakdown of inter-Korean ties in 2023
NK News recaps developments set to spill into next year, from unanswered hotlines and border risks to North Korean nukes
December 29, 2023
South Korea must remain on guard against North Korean provocations in new year
Regime’s focus on weapons goals suggests it won’t lash out, but DPRK doesn’t shy away from conflict when in its interest
December 29, 2023
Seoul holds drills simulating North Korean bioterrorist and drone attacks
Exercise comes one year after DPRK drone incursion exposed major holes in military’s readiness to defend capital
December 28, 2023
Kim Jong Un tells nation to prepare for economic hardships and war in 2024
North Korean leader warns of ‘grave’ military situation and ‘increasing’ challenges, even as he highlights successes
December 28, 2023
3 parades, 44 missiles, 64 flights: Numbers tell the story of North Korea’s 2023
Data sheds light on the year’s biggest developments, from leader appearances and wig trade to delegation visits and more
December 27, 2023
‘Mercilessly bury’ North Korea if it attacks, ROK defense chief orders sailors
Shin Won-shik says he hopes new Cheonan frigate, if provoked, will ‘avenge’ those killed when DPRK sank namesake ship
December 27, 2023
What over 100 experts think about North Korea’s next steps – Ep. 322
Chad O’Carroll discusses survey results on influencing Pyongyang, prospects for reopening, inter-Korean policy and more
December 27, 2023
Seoul blacklists North Korean spy chief, 7 others over hacking and arms trade
Designations mark South Korea’s 12th round of unilateral sanctions this year and come in response to latest ICBM launch
December 27, 2023
South Korean city rekindles border Christmas lights that angered North Korea
Gimpo turns on holiday display for first time since DPRK called Christmas tree a ‘declaration of war’ nine years ago
December 25, 2023
