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The looming deadline in nuclear talks: Kim’s three options before the year’s end

The looming deadline in nuclear talks: Kim’s three options before the year’s end

The DPRK leader wants a deal with the U.S., but he can fall back on Russia, China, and "Juche" should efforts fail

The looming deadline in nuclear talks: Kim’s three options before the year’s end
Wang Son-taek
Wang Son-taek November 29, 2019
North Korea’s Hwasong 15 monument: an ICBM poem in full
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North Korea’s Hwasong 15 monument: an ICBM poem in full

“Shine, oh the eternal and immortal achievement that has borne great power”

North Korea’s Hwasong 15 monument: an ICBM poem in full
Rachel Minyoung Lee
Rachel Minyoung Lee November 29, 2019
Just weeks after the Singapore summit, Kim Jong Un visited new monument to ICBMs
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Just weeks after the Singapore summit, Kim Jong Un visited new monument to ICBMs

Opened in February last year, the facility has yet to be featured in official state media

Just weeks after the Singapore summit, Kim Jong Un visited new monument to ICBMs
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll November 29, 2019
Thursday test aimed at proving “combat application” of DPRK’s new MLRS: KCNA

Thursday test aimed at proving “combat application” of DPRK’s new MLRS: KCNA

North Korea hails “superiority” of new multiple launch rocket system in state media dispatch

Thursday test aimed at proving “combat application” of DPRK’s new MLRS: KCNA
Dagyum Ji
Dagyum Ji November 28, 2019
Choson Sinbo column reiterates importance of SLBMs, “nuclear deterrent”
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Choson Sinbo column reiterates importance of SLBMs, “nuclear deterrent”

An article in an influential pro-DPRK organ hailed the "success" of an October launch, hinted at further tests to come

Choson Sinbo column reiterates importance of SLBMs, “nuclear deterrent”
Rachel Minyoung Lee
Rachel Minyoung Lee November 28, 2019
New Lexus spotted with Kim Jong Un in latest public appearance
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New Lexus spotted with Kim Jong Un in latest public appearance

Post-2017 model seen Monday may have also appeared alongside North Korean leader last year

New Lexus spotted with Kim Jong Un in latest public appearance
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko November 26, 2019
Kim Jong Un visits frontline units, orders military to step-up “war-like” drills

Kim Jong Un visits frontline units, orders military to step-up “war-like” drills

Korean People's Army must be prepared for "regular mobilization," DPRK leader says

Kim Jong Un visits frontline units, orders military to step-up “war-like” drills
Oliver Hotham
Oliver Hotham November 24, 2019
Kim Jong Un will not attend upcoming ASEAN summit, North Korean state media says

Kim Jong Un will not attend upcoming ASEAN summit, North Korean state media says

North Korean leader has rejected President Moon's invitation to ROK-ASEAN meeting set to kick off next Monday: KCNA

Kim Jong Un will not attend upcoming ASEAN summit, North Korean state media says
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko November 21, 2019
After the Hanoi summit, a hyper-securitization process underway in Pyongyang?
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After the Hanoi summit, a hyper-securitization process underway in Pyongyang?

A range of incidents, trends, and policies have emerged which suggest DPRK authorities wish to sharply bolster control

After the Hanoi summit, a hyper-securitization process underway in Pyongyang?
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll November 21, 2019
Looking ahead: prospects for North Korea-U.S. relations
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Looking ahead: prospects for North Korea-U.S. relations

Amid a flurry of statements by DPRK officials, NK Pro analysts examine whether diplomacy can get back on track

Looking ahead: prospects for North Korea-U.S. relations