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Anton Sokolin

Anton Sokolin

Anton Sokolin is the data correspondent at NK News. He previously worked at Reuters, TASS and the Korea Trade Promotion Corporation (KOTRA).

Analysis

Reported sinking of North Korean ship spotlights dangers of ‘dark voyages’

DPRK smugglers routinely sail without broadcasting location, reflecting regime’s willingness to sacrifice safety

Anton SokolinAnton SokolinMarch 13, 2025
Analysis

How North Korean troops could shape talks on ending the war in Ukraine

DPRK forces are key to Russia’s push to retake Kursk, giving Putin leverage as he pushes for his terms

Anton SokolinAnton SokolinMarch 13, 2025
News

North Korean troops pivotal to Russian military advances in Kursk, Ukraine says

Kyiv acknowledges setbacks in border region, stating that DPRK soldiers have served as ‘main assault force’

Anton SokolinAnton SokolinMarch 10, 2025
News

Foreign jet lands in North Korea in undisclosed visit, possibly from Russia

Aircraft appears to match dimensions of Il-96, an airliner frequently used to transport Russian officials for talks

Anton SokolinAnton SokolinMarch 7, 2025
News

North Korea, Russia denounce upcoming US-ROK drills for ‘escalating tensions’

Pyongyang warns ‘retaliation is inevitable,’ as Moscow encourages Trump to pursue talks with Kim Jong Un

Anton SokolinAnton SokolinMarch 7, 2025
News

Russia speeds up work on bridge to North Korea despite winter weather: Report

Satellite imagery shows start of construction on foundation for long-delayed vehicle bridge over Tumen River

Anton SokolinAnton SokolinMarch 6, 2025
News

North Korean troops in Russia are learning modern drone warfare tactics: Seoul

NIS assessment comes as Ukraine has accused Moscow of transferring drone tech to Pyongyang

Anton SokolinAnton SokolinMarch 6, 2025
Investigations

North Korean fishing vessels flock to Russian port with ties to New Zealand

DPRK activity raises questions about seafood sales in violation of sanctions as allies cooperate beyond Ukraine war

Anton SokolinAnton SokolinMarch 3, 2025
News

North Korea, Kursk strike deal on boosting ties as DPRK troops fight in region

Chambers of commerce for Pyongyang and Russian region repelling Ukraine incursion agree to expand economic cooperation

Anton SokolinAnton SokolinFebruary 28, 2025
News

Putin meets senior North Korean official amid negotiations around Ukraine war

Experts say list of participants suggests talks focused on DPRK troops and arms shipments in support of Russia

Anton SokolinAnton SokolinFebruary 28, 2025
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