May 14, 2024

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Chad O’Carroll

Chad O'Carroll is the founder of NK News/NK Pro and related holding company Korea Risk Group. In addition to being the group's CEO, O'Carroll is a frequent writer and commentator about the Koreas, having written about the two nations since 2010. He has visited the DPRK multiple times, worked and lived in Washington, D.C. with a focus on peninsula issues, and lived in the ROK since 2016.

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North Korean ferry capsized near Wonsan naval base, satellite imagery shows

North Korean ferry capsized near Wonsan naval base, satellite imagery shows

Ship appears to have been docked closer to city center before being moved, suggesting unrepairable issue

North Korean ferry capsized near Wonsan naval base, satellite imagery shows
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll February 20, 2023
French helicopter makes rare appearance at North Korea’s military parade
NK PRO

French helicopter makes rare appearance at North Korea’s military parade

AS350 appears in clip aired during parade coverage, the first time state media has shown aircraft since 2014

French helicopter makes rare appearance at North Korea’s military parade
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll February 17, 2023
What to make of North Korea’s fifth military parade of the COVID era
NK PRO

What to make of North Korea’s fifth military parade of the COVID era

Reveal of new missile shows steady progress toward weapons goals, while daughter’s prominence hints at health troubles

What to make of North Korea’s fifth military parade of the COVID era
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll February 9, 2023
North Korean military parade kicks off as fireworks and jets soar over capital

North Korean military parade kicks off as fireworks and jets soar over capital

Videos seen by NK News show Kim Jong Un’s entrance music played, multiple rounds of fireworks and waves of jet flyovers

North Korean military parade kicks off as fireworks and jets soar over capital
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll February 8, 2023
Why Kim Jong Un held a banquet at Pyongyang’s biggest hotel for foreigners

Why Kim Jong Un held a banquet at Pyongyang’s biggest hotel for foreigners

North Korea travel experts express surprise at use of Yanggakdo Hotel, formerly the main accommodation for tourists

Why Kim Jong Un held a banquet at Pyongyang’s biggest hotel for foreigners
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll February 8, 2023
Illuminated jets fly over Pyongyang in latest sign of imminent military parade

Illuminated jets fly over Pyongyang in latest sign of imminent military parade

Event could feature new missiles, drones and other weapons in what would be the DPRK’s fifth after-dark parade

Illuminated jets fly over Pyongyang in latest sign of imminent military parade
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll February 8, 2023
Jets fly over Pyongyang overnight in likely training for military parade

Jets fly over Pyongyang overnight in likely training for military parade

Videos seen by NK News show planes with flares and LED lights, while photos show preparations in Kim Il Sung Square

Jets fly over Pyongyang overnight in likely training for military parade
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll | Colin Zwirko February 4, 2023
Nicaraguan leader defends North Korea’s right to nuclear weapons

Nicaraguan leader defends North Korea’s right to nuclear weapons

Daniel Ortega says US lacks ‘authority’ to tell DPRK or Iran that they cannot have the bomb

Nicaraguan leader defends North Korea’s right to nuclear weapons
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll February 3, 2023
Cable TV channel says it was dropped over alleged pro-North Korea views

Cable TV channel says it was dropped over alleged pro-North Korea views

Tongil TV claims decision has put it at risk of collapse, while experts call move a loss for discourse about DPRK

Cable TV channel says it was dropped over alleged pro-North Korea views
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll | Yeji Chung February 2, 2023
North Korean leaders’ unique gifts: From a signed basketball to stuffed turtle

North Korean leaders’ unique gifts: From a signed basketball to stuffed turtle

A new propaganda book showcases never-before-seen items that offer a window into DPRK’s relations with outside world

North Korean leaders’ unique gifts: From a signed basketball to stuffed turtle
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll January 31, 2023
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