Investigations
In-depth, investigative journalism on North Korea
North Korea taking apart $38M South Korean government tower in Kaesong
ROK-built Support Center at Kaesong Industrial Complex was damaged when DPRK blew up building next door in 2020
North Korea dismantles network of anti-aircraft guns protecting main nuke site
Satellite imagery shows ongoing work to remove 23 artillery batteries around Yongbyon, possibly to install newer systems
Kim Jong Un tears down predecessor’s monuments to build new shrines to himself
Mosaic murals depicting North Korean leader appear for first time in major city centers in boost to personality cult
North Korea scrubs ROK Blue House replica from drill photos in latest deception
NK Pro analysis finds DPRK also doctored missile factory images from Kim Jong Un visit in likely effort to hide location
North Korean army blamed Russia for early casualties in Kursk, state TV reveals
KCTV broadcast documents coordination issues in apparent effort to head off criticism for losses in Ukraine war
North Korea pushes drone development with secret tests, factory construction
Satellite imagery shows signs of explosions at UAV airbase, as nearby factory project picks up after slowdown
Thousands of North Korean troops join practices for upcoming military parade
Satellite imagery shows soldiers marching and more troop trucks at Pyongyang training site ahead of likely Oct. 10 event
Major construction ramps up at North Korean missile base attached to Kim mansion
Satellite imagery reveals new hexagonal bunkers and large administrative center near site of 8 recent missile tests
Satellite imagery points to lull in North Korea-Russia arms smuggling operation
Analysis shows Russian ships linked to weapons transfers made at least two voyages to Rason in July, even less in August
New North Korean destroyer sails back to shipyard where failed launch took place
Warship back at Chongjin Shipyard on east coast after months of repairs in Rason, a possible prelude to weapons testing
