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Information related to North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs
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
March 1, 2024
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
February 28, 2024
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
February 28, 2024
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
February 26, 2024
US won’t abandon alliance with Seoul over North Korean nukes: ROK defense chief
Shin Won-sik says US would give up ‘global leadership’ by doing so, amid concerns about possible second Trump term
February 23, 2024
State media review: North Korea set to open long-stalled hospital this year
An in-depth analysis of plans for DPRK’s ‘first’ modern general hospital, Japan’s removal of a Korean memorial and more
February 8, 2024
North Korea in January 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from January 1, 2024 to January 31, 2024
February 2, 2024
Timeline: From North Korean missiles in Ukraine to ROK becoming enemy ‘No. 1’
NK Pro timeline charts the key events from Jan. 1 to Jan. 31, 2024
February 2, 2024
John Bolton warns of ‘reckless deal’ with North Korea should Trump be reelected
Former national security adviser cautioned such deal would further alienate Seoul and extend Beijing’s influence
February 1, 2024
Kim Jong Un inspects nuclear-powered submarine project, cruise missile test
State media says new cruise missile launched from underwater but doesn't show submarine images
January 29, 2024
