Human Security / Human Rights
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Why health insurance could be coming to North Korea
DPRK has long failed to fulfill promise of free medical care, but a system of premium payments may offer limited gains
March 4, 2026
Russia asked for North Korean POWs in prisoner exchange, lawmaker says
ROK lawmaker warns two soldiers captured by Ukraine at risk of forced repatriation despite wish to defect to South
March 3, 2026
North Korea in February 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from February 1 to February 28, 2026
March 3, 2026
UNICEF says it completed two drinking water projects in North Korea last year
New water supply systems at schools and health care facilities serve over 23,000 people, according to UN aid agency
March 2, 2026
Why an American once detained in North Korea wants to broadcast into the country
In interview, Kenneth Bae shares what he learned in a DPRK prison and the origins of his new radio station
February 27, 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
A voice from beyond: How radio inspired a North Korean soldier to escape
Kang Min-kook says ROK broadcasts opened his eyes to life in the DPRK. Now he worries what happens when they stop.
February 24, 2026
North Korea starts with Kim Jong Il’s birthday, and ends with a Party (Congress)
A recap of the week in state media, from housing projects and nuclear missiles to a once-in-5-years political meeting
February 20, 2026
Kim Jong Un vows to ‘open new service sectors’ at launch of construction project
North Korean leader also makes rare admission of overcrowded housing, kicking off mysterious fifth stage of Hwasong area
February 19, 2026
What to expect at North Korea’s Ninth Party Congress, from nukes to US ties
Kim Jong Un likely to consolidate military gains rather than break new ground, doubling down on Russia and anti-ROK line
February 18, 2026
