WMD
Information related to North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs
Why it may not matter if North Korea’s missiles can survive atmospheric reentry
Some doubt DPRK reentry vehicles would work as intended, but nuclear deterrence can be effective despite uncertainties
February 22, 2023
An unprecedented look inside North Korea’s nuclear facilities – Ep. 276
Siegfried Hecker discusses his tour of Yongbyon in 2004 and the history of the DPRK’s nuclear program
February 21, 2023
ROK must consider nukes, lawmakers say after North Korea’s latest missile launch
High-profile conservatives question reliability of US nuclear umbrella due to DPRK’s long-range weapons capabilities
February 20, 2023
North Korea says it fired Hwasong-15 ICBM in warning to US, South Korea
Kim Yo Jong threatens ‘overwhelming response’ to hostility after test of new missile unit’s readiness
February 19, 2023
North Korea threatens ‘unprecedented’ response to upcoming US-ROK drills
Warning comes hours after South Korea announced date for table-top exercises with US on DPRK nuclear use scenario
February 17, 2023
Why the US has worked to stop allies like South Korea from going nuclear
Some in Seoul want nukes to defend against North Korea, but US has put forward tough consequences to prevent this before
February 17, 2023
Seoul estimates North Korea has processed more plutonium for nukes
White paper says stockpile has increased from 50 to 70 kg, as DPRK seeks fissile material for tactical nuclear weapons
February 16, 2023
Why a South Korean nuclear program won’t deter North Korean provocations
The bomb may prevent DPRK from invading and full-scale war, but US extended deterrence already provides same benefits
February 13, 2023
Too early to tell if Kim Jong Un’s daughter is heir apparent, experts say
Defectors and analysts raise multiple reasons for introducing her, from humanizing leader to fortifying hereditary rule
February 13, 2023
New missile and Kim Jong Un’s daughter steal show at military parade – Ep. 274
The NK News team discusses what to make of North Korea’s latest nighttime spectacle
February 10, 2023
