Human Security / Human Rights
Information related to human security / human rights in North Korea
Pyongyang’s journey from ‘Jerusalem of the East’ to Kim cult capital
Jonathan Cheng’s richly illustrated book sheds light on Pyongyang’s churches, Christian refugees and political elites
May 11, 2026
North Korea promotes loyalty to Kim above workers’ rights on May Day holiday
A recap of everything in state media this week, from International Workers’ Day celebrations to women’s soccer
May 8, 2026
Researchers develop AI medical tool for North Korean defectors
Seoul researchers say MediBridge flags unfamiliar terms and prompts users to add details needed for diagnosis
May 8, 2026
North Korea appears to have transformed the social contract with its people
The constitution appears to have been revised to remove references to the country not having a tax
May 7, 2026
Ukraine unveils new regulation granting student permits for North Koreans
But an expert warns the new regulation labels DPRK as a hostile force and won’t legalize the status of North Korean POWs
May 6, 2026
Jacco Zwetsloot: A look back and a new chapter for the NK News Podcast
Longtime host discusses memorable episodes, dream guests and how he is not leaving the podcast entirely
May 5, 2026
More than 14K North Koreans currently fighting for Russia against Ukraine: Kyiv
New report shows DPRK troops sustained 7K casualties as Moscow plans to recruit 18,500 more foreigners this year
May 4, 2026
North Korean women’s soccer team to play in South for first time in 12 years
Soccer club’s participation marks first DPRK sporting visit to the South since national teams faced off at 2014 Asiad
May 4, 2026
North Korea in April 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from April 1 to April 30, 2026
May 1, 2026
North Korean youth vow to become the ‘militant reserve’ of country
Ruling party lauds young soldiers who became ‘living bombs’ in Kursk, linking war efforts to youth league activities
May 1, 2026
