Analysis
Leading experts analyze recent events and affairs involving North Korea
Trump’s new travel ban: what does it mean for North Koreans?
In prohibiting DPRK citizens, the U.S. may be gathering leverage for future talks
A brief history of “declarations of war” against North Korea
State media frequently accuses the DPRK's enemies of casus belli
The U.S. Treasury’s “hand-to-hand combat”: how the new sanctions work
The new EO gives authorities an unprecedented set of tools
Upping the ante: the Hwasong-12 goes flying over Hokkaido
The September 15 flight was a watershed event
What Donald Trump’s UN speech means for U.S. policy
Washington appears to be warning the international community that limited military options are being considered
What did South Korean media make of Donald Trump’s UN speech?
Right-leaning media gave Trump extensive coverage, while the left opted for a domestic focus
Where U.S. North Korea strategy goes from here
Washington is likely to move forward under its own steam when it comes to further responses against the North
What UNSCR 2375 means for North Korea’s joint ventures
Differing perspectives on what constitutes a permissible JV will likely sandbag deliberations
The Hwasong-12: what the tests have achieved so far
The missile is moving from an artificial testing environment to an operational one
Resolution 2375: Strongest ever sanctions, or a very small step?
New measures will have a rippling effect, but implementation remains a challenge