Foreign Relations
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In a first, Russia confirms North Korea’s involvement in Ukraine war
Moscow praises DPRK troops’ ‘fortitude and heroism’ while claiming ‘liberation’ of region from Ukrainian forces
April 26, 2025
Russia used North Korean missile in deadly strike on Kyiv, Zelensky says
Ukrainian president calls strike evidence of ‘criminal’ Moscow-Pyongyang alliance, as Trump also condemns attack
April 25, 2025
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
April 25, 2025
Bruce Bennett: Why the US needs a new strategy to deter North Korean nuclear use
RAND researcher discusses Pyongyang’s weapons posture, evolving US-ROK alliance and insights from wargaming conflict
April 24, 2025
Ask a North Korean: What’s the biggest falsehood you’ve heard about the DPRK?
A defector writes about claims of underground North Korean churches and what faith is really like under Kim family rule
North Korean cybercriminals using Russian IP addresses for malicious activities
Report finds evidence of infrastructure sharing between DPRK and Russian entities, underlining ties in cyber realm
April 24, 2025
US must adjust approach to threats like ‘nuclear-armed’ North Korea: Rubio
Secretary of state’s remarks follow Trump comments about DPRK nuclear status and amid growing US focus on China
April 24, 2025
Ex-US intel official softens stance on ROK nuclear armament amid growing threats
Sydney Seiler says North Korean nuclear development and Russia ties raise need for South to play larger deterrence role
April 23, 2025
How Japan’s plan for single Asian theater risks overlooking North Korean threats
Experts warn Tokyo’s reported proposal to refashion regional security to counter China could weaken DPRK deterrence
April 23, 2025
Nuclear watchdog chief urges Trump-Kim talks on North Korean nuclear program
IAEA chief emphasizes need for negotiations even before Pyongyang disarms, warning DPRK arsenal continues to grow
April 23, 2025
