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North Korean embassies to open doors for events for first time during pandemic
Multiple missions to hold receptions for founding anniversary, in what expert calls move to revive global engagement
US and South Korea practice precision bombing of North Korean military targets
Air drills on taking out cruise missiles and artillery seek to deter ‘rash provocations’ by DPRK, expert says
Largest North Korea-China bridge may be preparing for grand opening
Satellite imagery shows fresh road work on New Yalu River Bridge, which could facilitate dramatic increase in trade
US, ROK and Japan impose sanctions on North Korean satellite and drone programs
Expert says designations appear aimed at highlighting countries’ trilateral security cooperation against DPRK threats
North Korea in August 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from August 1, 2023 to August 31, 2023
Timeline: From a historic summit to North Korea’s second failed satellite launch
NK Pro timeline charts the key events from Aug. 1 – Aug. 31, 2023
Kim Jong Un’s foreign policy failures have left the entire peninsula worse off
North Korea had no backup after talks with US collapsed and has not pursued options that could help end its isolation
US, ROK train for counterattacks into North Korea as joint military drills end
Expert says 2nd week of Ulchi Freedom Shield tested defenses against enemy attack and coordinated counteroffensives
North Korea adopts law to ‘revitalize’ tourism after years of border closures
Tour operators view law as ‘positive sign’ for foreign visitors’ return, but are uncertain how it will work in practice
North Korea-Russia talks on new arms deal are ‘actively advancing,’ US says
US and 3 other countries allege Sergei Shoigu sought to purchase artillery shells during trip to Pyongyang last month
