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How Assad’s downfall could expose secrets of North Korea-Syria military ties
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How Assad’s downfall could expose secrets of North Korea-Syria military ties

Evidence left by regime may answer questions about DPRK support for Syria’s development of weapons of mass destruction

How Assad’s downfall could expose secrets of North Korea-Syria military ties
Daniel Salisbury
Daniel Salisbury December 19, 2024
US warns Russia may accept North Korea as nuclear weapons state

US warns Russia may accept North Korea as nuclear weapons state

Envoy tells UN that Moscow is increasingly reluctant to criticize DPRK as allies boost military ties over Ukraine war

US warns Russia may accept North Korea as nuclear weapons state
Shreyas Reddy
Shreyas Reddy December 19, 2024
In 6 hours, Yoon did the impossible: Make North Korea look like the rational one
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In 6 hours, Yoon did the impossible: Make North Korea look like the rational one

Martial law tarnished South Korea’s image as reliable security partner, and hopes for bigger role in US nuclear policy

In 6 hours, Yoon did the impossible: Make North Korea look like the rational one
Andrei Lankov
Andrei Lankov December 13, 2024
North Korea in November 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
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North Korea in November 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead

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

North Korea in November 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
Arius Derr
Arius Derr | NK Pro December 3, 2024
North Korea sends powerful rocket system to Russia for first time, Kyiv says

North Korea sends powerful rocket system to Russia for first time, Kyiv says

DPRK reportedly transfers dozens of 240mm MLRs in new shipment, as well as 100 ballistic missiles and at least 5M shells

North Korea sends powerful rocket system to Russia for first time, Kyiv says
Anton Sokolin
Anton Sokolin December 2, 2024
US announces more sanctions on North Korean and Russian nationals, companies

US announces more sanctions on North Korean and Russian nationals, companies

Designations appear aimed at curbing military ties between Pyongyang and Moscow, while also blacklisting Chinese firm

US announces more sanctions on North Korean and Russian nationals, companies
Ifang Bremer
Ifang Bremer December 2, 2024
How North Korean diplomats illicitly acquired US helicopters for the Kim regime

How North Korean diplomats illicitly acquired US helicopters for the Kim regime

Berlin embassy was at center of procurement efforts during Cold War, relying on tactics the DPRK still uses today

How North Korean diplomats illicitly acquired US helicopters for the Kim regime
Daniel Salisbury
Daniel Salisbury November 29, 2024
North Korea’s bold turn toward Russia poses test for Trump’s second term

North Korea’s bold turn toward Russia poses test for Trump’s second term

Kim Jong Un has thrown off isolation to support invasion of Ukraine, but Trump’s rapport with leader provides an opening

North Korea’s bold turn toward Russia poses test for Trump’s second term
Benjamin R. Young
Benjamin R. Young November 28, 2024
North Korea reveals new vertical take-off drones amid ‘modern warfare’ push
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North Korea reveals new vertical take-off drones amid ‘modern warfare’ push

NK Pro analysis of arms expo highlights Pyongyang’s focus on improving capabilities to fight a drone war

North Korea reveals new vertical take-off drones amid ‘modern warfare’ push
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko November 22, 2024
Kim Jong Un shows off new drones and ICBMs at arms expo, rejects talks with US

Kim Jong Un shows off new drones and ICBMs at arms expo, rejects talks with US

North Korean leader says boosting nukes is most important task at first major weapons event since Trump election

Kim Jong Un shows off new drones and ICBMs at arms expo, rejects talks with US
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko November 22, 2024
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