Inter-Korean
Information related to inter-Korean developments
US, South Korea to hold spring drills on countering North Korea from March 9
Freedom Shield will run for 11 days and involve some 18K personnel, while featuring training on deterring DPRK nukes
February 25, 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
How the UN Command can help avert conflict with North Korea over drones
US-led military force’s investigations into armistice violations slow escalation, even when Pyongyang doesn’t cooperate
February 23, 2026
Shunning Seoul: Why North Korea suddenly stopped talking about the South
NK Pro finds ROK mentions in the party daily plummeted last year, driving home policy that the South is an ‘enemy state’
February 20, 2026
Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to life in prison over martial law decree
Seoul court finds ex-president led an insurrection through his purported crackdown on alleged pro-North Korea forces
February 19, 2026
North Korean leader’s sister praises Seoul’s apology for drones, renews threats
Kim Yo Jong warns of ‘terrible consequences’ for future drone incursions, stressing heightened border security
February 19, 2026
Kim Jong Un formally deploys 50 new tactical nuke launchers at ceremony
North Korean leader says 600mm MLRS now ‘incorporates AI’ and advanced guidance system
February 19, 2026
Seoul pushes to restore no-fly zone after alleged drone flights into North Korea
Unification minister says move aims to stop future incursions, expressing ‘official regret’ over flights by civilians
February 18, 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
Seoul clings to hope for an empty train station, a symbol of inter-Korean ties
Jejin Station is a gateway to North Korea but has barely seen visitors for decades, a reality the South wants to change
February 18, 2026
