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North Korea relies on crypto theft for up to half of foreign income: UN report
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North Korea relies on crypto theft for up to half of foreign income: UN report

Panel of Experts estimates DPRK cybercriminals have stolen $3B since 2017 to bankroll regime’s nuclear weapons

North Korea relies on crypto theft for up to half of foreign income: UN report
Shreyas ReddyShreyas Reddy March 21, 2024
Russia has fired North Korean missiles at Ukraine some 50 times, prosecutors say
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Russia has fired North Korean missiles at Ukraine some 50 times, prosecutors say

Ukraine alleges DPRK missiles have struck at least six regions, singling out ballistic missile attacks on Kharkiv

Russia has fired North Korean missiles at Ukraine some 50 times, prosecutors say
Anton SokolinAnton Sokolin March 15, 2024
South Korea hold drills on taking out North Korean ballistic missile launchers
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South Korea hold drills on taking out North Korean ballistic missile launchers

US-ROK special forces also train to eliminate DPRK leadership in conflict on penultimate day of Freedom Shield exercises

South Korea hold drills on taking out North Korean ballistic missile launchers
Jeongmin KimJeongmin Kim | Joon Ha Park March 13, 2024
Putin says North Korea doesn’t need Russian nukes, downplaying cooperation
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Putin says North Korea doesn’t need Russian nukes, downplaying cooperation

Russian leader adds that Moscow doesn’t seek DPRK soldiers to fight in Ukraine, amid allegations of arms transfers

Putin says North Korea doesn’t need Russian nukes, downplaying cooperation
Anton SokolinAnton Sokolin March 13, 2024
The US softened its tone on North Korea. But it’s still singing the same tune.
Analysis

The US softened its tone on North Korea. But it’s still singing the same tune.

Recent rhetoric about ‘interim’ denuclearization steps may aim to ease tensions but doesn’t signal a US policy change

The US softened its tone on North Korea. But it’s still singing the same tune.
Gabriela BernalGabriela Bernal March 7, 2024
North Korea in February 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
Analysis

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

An analytical look at the main developments from February 1, 2024 to February 29, 2024

North Korea in February 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
NK ProNK Pro March 1, 2024
Timeline: From North Korean threats against South to soccer defeat to Japan
Analysis

Timeline: From North Korean threats against South to soccer defeat to Japan

NK Pro timeline charts the key events from February 1 to February 29, 2024

Timeline: From North Korean threats against South to soccer defeat to Japan
NK ProNK Pro March 1, 2024
Large-scale US-ROK drills to start March 4 amid elevated North Korea tensions
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Large-scale US-ROK drills to start March 4 amid elevated North Korea tensions

Freedom Shield will feature live-fire exercises on shooting down DPRK cruise missiles but not training near border

Large-scale US-ROK drills to start March 4 amid elevated North Korea tensions
Jeongmin KimJeongmin Kim February 28, 2024
Five years after Hanoi, Trump’s still keen on a nuclear deal with North Korea
Analysis

Five years after Hanoi, Trump’s still keen on a nuclear deal with North Korea

Former president seems determined to rekindle friendship with Kim Jong Un, and he could make enticing offer if reelected

Five years after Hanoi, Trump’s still keen on a nuclear deal with North Korea
James FretwellJames Fretwell February 28, 2024
Why talks on North Korea’s nuclear program still can’t get off the ground
Analysis

Why talks on North Korea’s nuclear program still can’t get off the ground

Conflicting party goals and stable status quo have long undermined negotiations, though arms control holds promise

Why talks on North Korea’s nuclear program still can’t get off the ground
Su-Mi LeeSu-Mi Lee February 26, 2024
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