North Korean POWs face uncertain future after Ukraine transfer sparks feud
The political row has exposed the security and resettlement challenges facing the former soldiers and their families
October 2, 2026
Why North Korea could build a new bridge linking key port city to southern area
Growing economy and ‘wealth gap’ problem suggests time has come for first major bridge across Taedong River in 30 years
October 2, 2026
Kim Jong Un champions education and science as North Korea harvest gathers pace
A recap of everything in state media this week, from Asian Games medals and farm quotas to criticism of Japan
October 2, 2026
North Korean state TV turns to Disney’s ‘Frozen II’ for English lessons
State educational channel shows scenes from the US film without naming producer
October 2, 2026
North Korea in September 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from Sept. 1 to Sept. 30, 2026
October 2, 2026
Lee calls DMZ blast ‘unfortunate accident’ despite North Korean mine finding
ROK leader pledges military modernization efforts as Blue House appoints new special advisers on defense and peace
October 1, 2026
Suspected body of 6-year-old North Korean cremated in South Korea
The cremated remains will be interred at Incheon for 5 years and be presented to family members if they come forward.
October 1, 2026
Ask a North Korean: What was it like to secretly watch South Korean dramas?
A defector recalls trading banned videos, bribing his way out of crackdowns and questioning life in the DPRK
Russia envoy arrives, DPRK hackers strike and North Korean POWs reach ROK
Anton Sokolin and Shreyas Reddy break down diplomacy, cybercrime and the growing dispute between Seoul and Kyiv
October 1, 2026
Crossing the Yalu: Why China and North Korea want to open long-stalled bridge
Experts expect the long-delayed bridge to bring economic gains to China and North Korea, as they forge ties with Russia
October 1, 2026
