Military affairs
Information related to military issues in North and South Korea
Drills on assassinating Kim Jong Un remain an ‘option,’ ROK defense chief says
Shin Won-sik makes rare mention of decapitation strikes against North Korea as US-ROK special forces exercises kick off
December 19, 2023
North Korea turns a corner with operational exercise of solid-fuel ICBM
After third successful launch of Hwasong-18, DPRK appears primed to focus on demonstrating new capabilities
December 19, 2023
US, ROK and Japan start real-time data sharing on North Korean missile launches
Seoul says system will improve detection and evaluation of DPRK missiles, with three countries to share info 24/7
December 19, 2023
North Korea says it launched Hwasong-18 solid-fuel ICBM in ‘warning’ to US
Kim Jong Un shows off ‘ultra-hard will for revenge’ with long-range test after US nuclear submarine visits region
December 19, 2023
North Korea hints at secret shakeup of military officials ahead of party plenum
State media coverage of mausoleum visit reveals unannounced promotion, while top military leader mysteriously absent
December 18, 2023
Next steps for North Korea: How open is Kim Jong Un to future diplomacy with US?
Most experts say DPRK would have limited interest in talks with new president, though some see potential in arms control
December 18, 2023
US-ROK meeting on nuke strategy draws North Korean threats of ‘counteraction’
Allies discuss ways to boost extended deterrence, while Pyongyang promises ‘preview’ of nuclear war before year’s end
December 18, 2023
North Korea fires apparent ICBM, second missile launch in 10 hours: ROK
Launches come after US-ROK nuclear weapon talks and arrival of US submarine in Busan
December 18, 2023
Kim Jong Un marks 12th anniversary of father’s death
Makeup of leader’s entourage during memorial service hints at recent promotions and possible purge, expert says
December 17, 2023
North Korea converting cargo plane into military aircraft, imagery suggests
Air Koryo Il-76 plane with possible new rotodome could be used to detect enemy missiles, expert tells NK Pro
December 15, 2023
