- Kim Jong Un guides test of rocket developed by ‘newly-founded’ military factory
- Yoon, Kishida deserve Nobel Peace Prize for boosting military ties: US official
- North Korea blasts US for seeking alternatives to UN sanctions panel
- North Korea’s Air Koryo changes logo to comply with new anti-unification policy
State media review: North Korea says citizens give thumbs-up to Kim Jong Un song
An in-depth review of rapturous praise for housing project, Cuban leader’s letter, guerrilla army anniversary and more
April 25, 2024
ANALYSIS & REPORTS
North Korean hackers stole files from 10 South Korean weapons manufacturers
Seoul police find DPRK cybercriminals targeted companies in new campaigns since 2022 to steal defense tech
North Korea expanding aging coal power plant in bid to fix electricity shortages
Construction at Pyongyang plant comes as DPRK continues to rely on coal infrastructure past operational lifespans
North Korea-China wig and hair trade grows to new lengths in March
Data shows the DPRK appears to have resumed sanctioned trade with China with import of cameras and computers
North Korea deploys new malware to remotely control tech workers’ systems
Lazarus Group shows ‘special interest’ in new targets after previously infiltrating defense firms, report finds
North Korean oil tanker appears to pose as freighter in identity-spoofing scheme
Sanctioned Nam Dae Bong broadcast from locations thousands of miles away in possible attempt to conceal illicit activity
State media review: Kim Jong Un’s leadership cult dims the Day of the Sun
An in-depth analysis of Kim Il Sung’s birthday bash, a $2M gift to Chongryon, Bulgaria-DPRK ties and more
Why North Korea could draw inspiration from Iran’s suicide drone attack
Like Tehran, the DPRK has a diverse arsenal of drones and missiles, raising questions about whether ROK is prepared
Russian firm restarts coal project in North Korea after over 4-year suspension
Activity at Rason could aim to resume coal transshipment as two countries engage in alleged arms trade at adjacent piers
After the Panel: Weighing the best alternatives to monitor North Korea sanctions
Replacing the UN Panel of Experts will require consensus on the strategic purpose of the DPRK sanctions regime
Study ranks North Korea seventh greatest cyber threat out of all countries
But expert questions index’s reliance on opinions over data, arguing it underestimates cyber dangers from DPRK
North Korea appears to start work on major tidal power station on west coast
Construction in Haeju Bay may be for long-planned tidal plant that Kim Jong Un said could help solve power shortages
State media review: North Korea begins celebrations for dead leader’s birthday
An in-depth analysis of a spring art festival, Kim’s latest letter to Putin and criticism of a human rights resolution
How to interpret North Korea’s abrupt about-face on diplomacy with Japan
DPRK’s public rejection of talks may be a play for leverage, with Tokyo well-positioned to serve as intermediary to US
What 30K North Korean patents reveal about state efforts to foster innovation
Foreign patents have plunged since Kim Jong Un took power, but the regime is likely pushing researchers to collaborate
North Korea’s silence on Trump speaks volumes about its view of the US election
State media insists capitalists control the US political system, but regime’s actions betray a desire to resume dialogue
JucheGPT: How North Korea can weaponize AI to sway elections and sow discord
Generative AI, LLMs and more could help Kim regime transform its influence operations and flood internet with fake news
How North Korean scientists secretly use social media to evade nuclear sanctions
NK Pro finds DPRK scholars maintain dozens of ResearchGate accounts, enabling illicit exchange that may aid WMD program
State media review: North Korean space official promises more satellite launches
An in-depth analysis of space plans, claims about Japan-DPRK contact and the start of the new school year
North Korea’s latest hypersonic missile underlines embrace of solid-fuel weapons
Kim Jong Un boasted of solid-propellant arsenal after Hwasong-16B test, but total shift in missile force unlikely
North Korea in March 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from March 1, 2024 to March 31, 2024
ANALYSIS & REPORTS
North Korean hackers stole files from 10 South Korean weapons manufacturers
Seoul police find DPRK cybercriminals targeted companies in new campaigns since 2022 to steal defense tech
North Korea expanding aging coal power plant in bid to fix electricity shortages
Construction at Pyongyang plant comes as DPRK continues to rely on coal infrastructure past operational lifespans
North Korea-China wig and hair trade grows to new lengths in March
Data shows the DPRK appears to have resumed sanctioned trade with China with import of cameras and computers
North Korea deploys new malware to remotely control tech workers’ systems
Lazarus Group shows ‘special interest’ in new targets after previously infiltrating defense firms, report finds
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- 01State media review: North Korea says citizens give thumbs-up to Kim Jong Un song
- 02State media review: Kim Jong Un’s leadership cult dims the Day of the Sun
- 03Why North Korea could draw inspiration from Iran’s suicide drone attack
- 04After the Panel: Weighing the best alternatives to monitor North Korea sanctions
- 05State media review: North Korea begins celebrations for dead leader’s birthday
- 06How to interpret North Korea’s abrupt about-face on diplomacy with Japan
- 07What 30K North Korean patents reveal about state efforts to foster innovation
- 08North Korea’s silence on Trump speaks volumes about its view of the US election
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