- Lee Jae-myung says North Korea’s DMZ barriers betrayed fear Yoon would attack
- North Korean firm unveils new AI-powered smartphone at Pyongyang trade fair
- North Korean university delegation visits Russia to discuss ways to boost ties
- Experts decry rights violations from North Korea’s troop dispatch to Ukraine war
North Korean firm unveils new AI-powered smartphone at Pyongyang trade fair
First smartphone by Sujongchon boasts AI image editor and voice controls but appears to crib from Chinese models
May 20, 2025
ANALYSIS & INVESTIGATIONS
Navigating uncertainty: How Lee Jae-myung could overhaul North Korea policy
Seoul could push to revive DPRK engagement, perhaps with China’s help, but faces growing US pressure to confront Beijing
North Korean ship appears to pose as Russian oligarch’s yacht to hide voyage
DPRK-flagged vessel sails to China while broadcasting as Roman Abramovich pleasure boat docked thousands of miles away
Foreigners conspicuously absent as North Korea kicks off spring trade fair
An in-depth analysis of a not-so-international expo, rice farming appeals, criticism of Japan’s missile plans and more
Sanctioned North Korean goods appear in Ukraine trade data despite severed ties
Kyiv’s imports of DPRK cars, textiles and electronics raise questions about misreporting and smuggling amid Ukraine war
North Korea puts finishing touches on Wonsan Kalma resort ahead of June opening
Analysis of satellite imagery reveals road expansion and heavy vehicle activity, alongside unusual railway demolition
North Korea poised to test more weapons in months ahead as 5-year deadline looms
‘Super-large’ nuke warhead and submarine-launched ICBM among unfinished items on Kim Jong Un’s military wishlist
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A third front: Japan’s missile buildup challenges North Korea’s defense plans
Tokyo’s embrace of counterstrike capabilities is raising alarm in Pyongyang, forcing strategy rethink beyond US and ROK
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North Korean denounces US exercise simulating nuclear attack on mainland
An in-depth analysis of criticism of ICBM defense drill, a DPRK weapons official’s promotion and May Day celebrations
What Arab Gulf states’ rise as mediators means for future US-North Korea talks
Saudi Arabia, Oman and Qatar have all served as go-betweens for US, but hurdles stand in way of them doing so with DPRK
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North Korea appears to expand Kim mansion missile test site with new launchpads
Imagery points to work to conceal new infrastructure at sprawling compound in Pyongyang, in sign of more testing to come
North Korea overhauling more prisons in apparent nationwide project
NK Pro has identified upgrades at 7 existing ‘reeducation’ facilities as well as construction of brand new prison
North Korea in April 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from April 1 to April 30, 2025
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North Korea fights to instill youth with ‘revolutionary spirit’ on army holiday
An in-depth analysis of guerrilla force celebrations, criticism of Japanese officials and anger at US ‘super squadron’
North Korea prioritizes shipyard construction as major naval base project stalls
Imagery shows work hasn’t begun on east coast base set to host new destroyer, despite Kim Jong Un’s demand for upgrades
North Korea heralds naval revolution with launch of impressive new destroyer
Built rapidly, the DPRK’s largest-ever warship likely benefited from Russian aid and features formidable weapons suite
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How secret North Korean customs rules lay bare a bizarre trade regime
Newly revealed text outlines controls on not only sensitive military items but even seemingly harmless consumer goods
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Seoul monitoring status of top North Korean officials amid extended absences
An in-depth analysis of possible leadership reshuffles, DPRK criticism of US weapons sales, accordion gifts and more
North Korea airs first new TV drama in years, as country celebrates Kim Il Sung
An in-depth analysis of prestige television about rural reform, Day of the Sun festivities, Syria ties and more
Elite absences hint at a North Korean power struggle ahead of party congress
Apparent reshuffle of officials suggests Kim Jong Un seeks to consolidate loyalty and pose as anti-corruption crusader
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With Yoon’s exit, South Korea faces critical choices on North Korea strategy
Experts say Seoul must act decisively to modernize military and adapt to Trump turmoil, regardless who wins election
ANALYSIS & INVESTIGATIONS
Navigating uncertainty: How Lee Jae-myung could overhaul North Korea policy
Seoul could push to revive DPRK engagement, perhaps with China’s help, but faces growing US pressure to confront Beijing
North Korean ship appears to pose as Russian oligarch’s yacht to hide voyage
DPRK-flagged vessel sails to China while broadcasting as Roman Abramovich pleasure boat docked thousands of miles away
Foreigners conspicuously absent as North Korea kicks off spring trade fair
An in-depth analysis of a not-so-international expo, rice farming appeals, criticism of Japan’s missile plans and more
Sanctioned North Korean goods appear in Ukraine trade data despite severed ties
Kyiv’s imports of DPRK cars, textiles and electronics raise questions about misreporting and smuggling amid Ukraine war
LATEST ANALYSIS
- 01Navigating uncertainty: How Lee Jae-myung could overhaul North Korea policy
- 02North Korea puts finishing touches on Wonsan Kalma resort ahead of June opening
- 03North Korea poised to test more weapons in months ahead as 5-year deadline looms
- 04A third front: Japan’s missile buildup challenges North Korea’s defense plans
- 05What Arab Gulf states’ rise as mediators means for future US-North Korea talks
- 06North Korea prioritizes shipyard construction as major naval base project stalls
- 07North Korea heralds naval revolution with launch of impressive new destroyer
- 08How secret North Korean customs rules lay bare a bizarre trade regime
- 09Elite absences hint at a North Korean power struggle ahead of party congress
- 10With Yoon’s exit, South Korea faces critical choices on North Korea strategy
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