Investigations
Latest NK PRO investigations related to the DPRK
North Korean army blamed Russia for early casualties in Kursk, state TV reveals
KCTV broadcast documents coordination issues in apparent effort to head off criticism for losses in Ukraine war
September 12, 2025
North Korea pushes drone development with secret tests, factory construction
Satellite imagery shows signs of explosions at UAV airbase, as nearby factory project picks up after slowdown
September 9, 2025
Thousands of North Korean troops join practices for upcoming military parade
Satellite imagery shows soldiers marching and more troop trucks at Pyongyang training site ahead of likely Oct. 10 event
September 8, 2025
Major construction ramps up at North Korean missile base attached to Kim mansion
Satellite imagery reveals new hexagonal bunkers and large administrative center near site of 8 recent missile tests
August 29, 2025
Satellite imagery points to lull in North Korea-Russia arms smuggling operation
Analysis shows Russian ships linked to weapons transfers made at least two voyages to Rason in July, even less in August
August 29, 2025
New North Korean destroyer sails back to shipyard where failed launch took place
Warship back at Chongjin Shipyard on east coast after months of repairs in Rason, a possible prelude to weapons testing
August 28, 2025
North Korea reveals more soldier deaths from Russia’s war than initially claimed
NK Pro has compiled full list of 101 dead medal recipients, plus 6 extra names featured in ‘heroic’ suicide stories
August 25, 2025
Two Koreas expand construction in DMZ as Seoul looks to restore military pact
Imagery shows new paths and lookouts on ROK side that appear to be response to North Korean efforts to fortify border
August 21, 2025
New construction at rumored North Korean nuclear site renews concerns over aims
NK Pro reveals large concrete structure at massive Hagap underground complex, underscoring need for close monitoring
August 18, 2025
Chinese media boosts coverage of North Korea, while Pyongyang focuses on Moscow
NK Pro analysis of Xinhua articles reveals increasing mentions of the DPRK, suggesting Beijing is driving improving ties
August 14, 2025
