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Expert roundup: What the Ninth Party Congress revealed about North Korea’s plans
Analysts dissect Kim Jong Un’s message to the US, strategy for countering the South and missile-less military parade
February 26, 2026
Why North Korea all but ignored Russia ties at the Ninth Party Congress
Experts say DPRK wants to send message it achieved success on its own, even as it pushes to strengthen foreign alliances
February 26, 2026
Seoul to seek peace despite North Korea’s ‘hostility’ at Party Congress: Lee
President signals South Korea will maintain pro-engagement policies after Pyongyang rejects dialogue
February 26, 2026
Kim Jong Un leaves door open to talks if US accepts North Korea’s nuclear status
Leader warns DPRK is prepared for both peace and ‘confrontation’ at end of Party Congress, rejects all ties with South
February 26, 2026
The who’s who on stage with Kim Jong Un at the Ninth Party Congress
NK Pro identifies key figures sitting next to the leader and what it says about North Korea’s priorities in years ahead
February 25, 2026
Trump makes no mention of North Korea in State of the Union speech
US president’s neglect of issue reflects limited chances of success from talks, expert says
February 25, 2026
North Korea scholar Andrei Lankov detained in Latvia before lecture
Russian and Australian national confirms he was deported, suggesting it's related to his views on DPRK issues
February 25, 2026
ROK envoy urges North Korea to comply with nuclear treaty, return to talks
Jeong Yeon-doo reiterates Seoul’s commitment to ‘complete denuclearization’ at high-level meeting in Geneva
February 24, 2026
Russian Embassy in Seoul cancels rally on 4th anniversary of Ukraine war
Move comes after mission hung a pro-war banner, drawing ire due to Moscow’s military ties with North Korea
February 24, 2026
North Korea debuts China-style name badges at Ninth Party Congress
Delegates spotted wearing red badges with photo, name and title for first time, likely reflecting Chinese influence
February 24, 2026
