Analysis
Latest NK Pro analysis related to the DPRK
North Korean spaceport mostly quiet after Kim orders major upgrades: Imagery
NK Pro outlines what to expect ahead of future rocket launch, amid no signs of overhaul work at Sohae launching ground
March 23, 2022
How Seoul’s diplomatic outreach to Cairo could intrude on North Korea-Egypt ties
While Cairo and Pyongyang have ended official military cooperation, their bond will likely prove difficult to break
March 22, 2022
North Korea’s deserted beach resort megaproject unlikely to open soon: Imagery
Wonsan-Kalma has languished for years and appears low on the DPRK's priority list ahead of April holiday celebrations
March 21, 2022
North Korea’s merry-go-round of officials leads to false alarms about purges
Disappearance of top officials led to speculation about executions, only for those officials to return in new roles
March 21, 2022
What went wrong during North Korea’s failed missile launch this week
Various factors may have caused catastrophic failure, but the DPRK will still learn from test to improve its designs
March 18, 2022
Increased activity at Pyongyang airport likely due to farming, not missiles
North Korea has used site as agricultural center for years, a trend that appears to be continuing this planting season
March 18, 2022
Kim Jong Un’s superyacht makes rare appearances around time of missile tests
Satellite imagery has shown vessel at Kim’s east coast retreat three times this year, surpassing averages for past years
March 17, 2022
State media review: North Korea likens Moon administration to a ‘prostitute’
An in-depth analysis of an appearance by top officials’ spouses, the start of growing season and a cure for weak bones
March 17, 2022
Yoon’s victory sets up big shift in Seoul’s stance on North Korean human rights
President-elect Yoon Suk-yeol has a chance to help defectors but faces major challenges to reaching those in the DPRK
March 16, 2022
From drones to ICBMs: The status of Kim Jong Un’s weapons wishlist at a glance
North Korea has tested only two of the 12 systems in its five-year development plan, indicating more tests forthcoming
March 15, 2022
