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July 16, 2024

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Yoon slams ‘reckless’ North Korea-Russia ties at US Indo-Pacific Command

Yoon slams ‘reckless’ North Korea-Russia ties at US Indo-Pacific Command

Expert says rare visit likely planned in response to Kim-Putin summit as showcase of US-ROK alliance strength

Yoon slams ‘reckless’ North Korea-Russia ties at US Indo-Pacific Command
Jeongmin Kim
Jeongmin Kim | Joon Ha Park July 10, 2024
US soldier charged with desertion to North Korea to face first court hearing

US soldier charged with desertion to North Korea to face first court hearing

Travis King due in military court on July 16 on charges including soliciting child porn, one year after crossing border

US soldier charged with desertion to North Korea to face first court hearing
Shreyas Reddy
Shreyas Reddy July 10, 2024
How North Korea could steal from China’s playbook to assert its maritime claims
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How North Korea could steal from China’s playbook to assert its maritime claims

Gray zone tactics ranging from air intrusions to cyberattacks enable DPRK to menace near border without firing a shot

How North Korea could steal from China’s playbook to assert its maritime claims
Peter Ward
Peter Ward July 9, 2024
Russian military jet lands in North Korea, first known flight since Putin visit

Russian military jet lands in North Korea, first known flight since Putin visit

Expert says undisguised trip suggests Moscow sees little need to hide military ties after signing mutual defense pact

Russian military jet lands in North Korea, first known flight since Putin visit
Anton Sokolin
Anton Sokolin July 9, 2024
Kim Yo Jong slams ROK border drills, Russian kids to visit North Korea
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Kim Yo Jong slams ROK border drills, Russian kids to visit North Korea

NK News’ Alannah Hill discusses the latest statement from the North Korean leader’s sister and Russia-DPRK cooperation

Kim Yo Jong slams ROK border drills, Russian kids to visit North Korea
ROK takes up leadership role in US-led naval exercise with eye on North Korea

ROK takes up leadership role in US-led naval exercise with eye on North Korea

Multinational RIMPAC drills come as Yoon prepares to visit US, warning of global threat posed by DPRK-Russia ties

ROK takes up leadership role in US-led naval exercise with eye on North Korea
Joon Ha Park
Joon Ha Park July 8, 2024
Kim Yo Jong says ROK resumed border drills to distract from Yoon’s unpopularity

Kim Yo Jong says ROK resumed border drills to distract from Yoon’s unpopularity

North Korean leader’s sister slams artillery live fire as ‘suicidal hysteria,’ threatening nuclear response

Kim Yo Jong says ROK resumed border drills to distract from Yoon’s unpopularity
Jeongmin Kim
Jeongmin Kim July 8, 2024
North Korea using Chinese machines to make weapons at new factory, photos show
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North Korea using Chinese machines to make weapons at new factory, photos show

Over dozen Chinese-made CNC machines visible during Kim Jong Un’s recent visit, despite sanctions against their import

North Korea using Chinese machines to make weapons at new factory, photos show
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko July 5, 2024
State media review: North Korean officials ditch Kim Jong Un badges after plenum
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State media review: North Korean officials ditch Kim Jong Un badges after plenum

An in-depth analysis of the purpose of the new pins, a Vietnamese delegation visit and criticism of US cluster bombs

State media review: North Korean officials ditch Kim Jong Un badges after plenum
North Korea in June 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
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North Korea in June 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead

An analytical look at the main developments from June 1 to June 30, 2024

North Korea in June 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
Arius Derr
Arius Derr | NK Pro July 3, 2024