Military affairs
Information related to military issues in North and South Korea
North Korea has added 20 nukes to arsenal since last year, think tank estimates
Researchers say DPRK has enough fissile material for 90 warheads, expressing concern over pursuit of tactical weapons
June 17, 2024
Likely Russian cargo planes land in Pyongyang ahead of Putin visit
Arrival of multiple aircraft suggests large delegation for Russian leader’s visit to North Korea on Tuesday
June 17, 2024
G7 condemns North Korea-Russia arms trade ahead of possible Putin-Kim summit
Statement comes amid speculation about how two sides will further bolster military cooperation around the war in Ukraine
June 17, 2024
Six in 10 South Koreans say Seoul should put stop to anti-North Korea leafleting
But Gallup Korea survey also finds majority support ROK loudspeaker broadcasts, viewing DPRK trash balloons as threat
June 14, 2024
Why North Korea’s burgeoning military alliance with Russia is built to last
Though some see a dalliance around Ukraine war, structural changes in both countries suggest they’re in it for long run
June 14, 2024
Signs of military parade prep visible in Pyongyang ahead of possible Putin visit
Satellite imagery shows construction in Kim Il Sung Square consistent with a parade, despite lack of marching practice
June 13, 2024
What to make of ‘milestone’ US-ROK nuke guidelines on deterring North Korea
While some see promise in integrating nuclear and conventional forces, others raise concern Seoul is fixated on WMDs
June 12, 2024
Up to eleven: How ROK loudspeakers blare propaganda far into North Korea
Mobile speakers can reportedly broadcast over 20 miles, but experts say terrain and weather can muddle the message
June 12, 2024
ROK restarts propaganda loudspeakers, and North Korean construction inside DMZ
NK News’ Ifang Bremer talks rising inter-Korean tensions and a mysterious DPRK land-clearing operation
June 11, 2024
Unification ministry plans to meet with groups sending leaflets into North Korea
Meetings come as DPRK trash balloons raise tensions, but prominent defector activists say they have no interest in talks
June 11, 2024
