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What the Democratic landslide in the US midterms means for Kim Jong Un
North Korea appears to be ramping up tensions ahead of potential talks with Trump, regardless of the election result
November 5, 2026
North Korean loudspeakers visible at border, but no broadcasts heard
NK News identifies loudspeakers installed at two locations following Kim Yo Jong’s threat to restart broadcasts
November 4, 2026
North Korea in October 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from Oct. 1 to Oct. 31, 2026
November 3, 2026
China, North Korea to finally open long-unused border bridge Thursday: Xinhua
Source says New Yalu River Bridge, completed in 2014, will be used for cargo only
October 14, 2026
Swiss firm denies North Korea’s claim it operates office in Pyongyang
DPRK trade portal says Swiss firm helps certify exports, but firm says notion of corporate presence is inaccurate
September 14, 2026
The bureaucracy test: Signs to look for before a Trump-Kim summit
Whether Trump’s interest is evolving U.S. policy at the working level is something the DPRK side is likely watching.
September 4, 2026
North Korea in August 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from August 1 to August 31, 2026
September 2, 2026
North Korea starts selling travel insurance for citizens going overseas
New insurance policy covers accidents and explicitly mentions citizens who work abroad.
September 1, 2026
North Korea has named its price for reopening UK’s embassy in Pyongyang
The DPRK appears to be betting that the U.K. wants access badly enough to make a move first.
August 31, 2026
North Korea in July 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from July 1 to July 31, 2026
August 3, 2026
