Sanctions
Information related to sanctions developments
Western travel to North Korea on hold as border issues persist
First tour for non-Russians since pandemic was abruptly canceled with expert telling NK News reopening remains uncertain
North Korea’s procurement of cars, diamonds highlights extensive trade network
NK Pro analysis shows Pyongyang’s networks extend beyond China, with multiple nations offering goods to the regime
North Korea sent ‘thousands’ of workers to Russia, South Korea says
Seoul warns of sanctions violations as ROK spy agency reports on dispatch of DPRK construction workers last year
Business exploration trip to North Korea raises sanctions concerns
Dutch firm facilitating first such trip in 5 years says potential investors can visit in May but expert warns of risks
North Korea in January 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from January 1 to January 31, 2025
FAO and UNICEF win sanctions exemptions to deliver $163K in aid to North Korea
Assistance is aimed at improving agricultural production and providing clean water as humanitarian staff remain shut out
US indicts North Korean IT workers and partners for generating cash for regime
Washington accuses two workers and co-conspirators from US and Mexico of deceiving companies into hiring North Koreans
North Korea set to send 150 ballistic missiles, more troops to Russia: Kyiv
Ukrainian spy chief says DPRK’s latest support for invasion includes KN-23 missiles and powerful artillery systems
Senate confirms Rubio as secretary of state, setting up North Korea policy shift
Unanimous vote in favor of Trump pick comes after Rubio signaled need to rethink US approach to Pyongyang
Soybean oil tops North Korean imports in December, deposing fabrics and hair
Expert says oil could be used for tourism industry, while shipments of sanctioned goods see on-year uptick
