Human Security / Human Rights
Information related to human security / human rights in North Korea
Sayaka Chatani: How pro-North Korea communities took root in Japan
Expert examines Chongryon’s evolution and ideology, as NK News’ Jooheon Kim talks developments in DPRK-Japan ties
April 21, 2026
North Korea warns of prolonged dry spell that could threaten spring crops
Authorities issue drought alerts for multiple provinces following past struggles with food shortages
April 21, 2026
North Korea’s abductions, nukes must be addressed together: Ex-Japanese diplomat
In interview, Mitoji Yabunaka recalls receiving false remains from Pyongyang and discusses the need to build trust
April 17, 2026
South Korean sentenced to prison for fraudulent North Korea defection scheme
Defendant claimed he needed $7,660 to help the victim’s family escape to the South, despite lacking ability to do so
April 16, 2026
Human rights commission says Seoul should protect North Korean POWs in Ukraine
State-funded watchdog calls for South Korea to support the prisoners’ entry and prevent their forced repatriation
April 14, 2026
Trump nominates former congresswoman Michelle Steel as ambassador to Seoul
Born in South Korea, Steel has advocated for North Korean human rights and is poised to fill over yearlong vacancy
April 14, 2026
Cathy Kang: Rethinking Korean unification from a global perspective
Expert discusses diaspora views on diplomacy with North Korea, while NK News’ Jeongmin Kim talks inter-Korean tensions
April 14, 2026
US court blocks extradition of former Marine who stormed North Korean Embassy
Sending Christopher Ahn to Spain over 2019 raid will place him at risk of DPRK retribution, judge says
April 13, 2026
South Korean man acquitted of praising North Korea, 34 years after his death
Court finds authorities forced his confession, after Truth and Reconciliation Commission recommended a retrial
April 13, 2026
Switzerland to reopen cooperation office in North Korea after 6 years
Bern says it is working to restore presence in Pyongyang this year, making it the third European state to return
April 10, 2026
