Investigations
In-depth, investigative journalism on North Korea
North Korean ship docks at southern Chinese port in likely sanctions breach
Allowing visit by DPRK bulker shows China is ‘getting more blunt in not hiding its illegal activities,’ expert says
North Korea signals US policy importance in diplomatic corps photo
NK Pro identifies most of the 42 diplomats who took a group photo with Kim Jong Un after parliamentary session
North Korea may be hiding missile site behind new tree farm, imagery suggests
Similarity between the project and existing military tree nursery points to attempt to obscure military activities
North Korea endorses e-buses over ‘outdated’ trams to cut costs: Imagery
Traffic delays and accidents caused by aging tram infrastructure led to prioritizing electric vehicles, sources said
North Korea continues prison expansion as satellite imagery reveals 3 more sites
NK Pro finds evidence of major redevelopment at 13 prisons since 2023, alongside efforts to grow incarceration capacity
What to know about the North Korean towns chosen for 2026 rural development plan
Military and mining towns top list of 21 counties selected under third year of Kim Jong Un’s ‘20x10’ project
North Korean doctors illegally working at clinics in Russia and Kyrgyzstan
Rare examples of skilled overseas workers suggests DPRK may be expanding scope of labor export schemes
New construction starts at North Korean shipyard, site of failed warship launch
Activity at Chongjin on east coast may support naval modernization, though the exact purpose remains unknown
Russia spent $166K to fly late envoy’s remains from North Korea, records suggest
Procurement notice shows state firm arranged ‘evacuation’ flight days after Alexander Matsegora’s death
North Korea rolls out red carpet at military parade venue in final prep
Red decorations and chairs set up in central Pyongyang, a task typically done within 3 days of parade
