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Expert roundup: What the Ninth Party Congress revealed about North Korea’s plans
Analysts dissect Kim Jong Un’s message to the US, strategy for countering the South and missile-less military parade
February 26, 2026
Seoul to seek peace despite North Korea’s ‘hostility’ at Party Congress: Lee
President signals South Korea will maintain pro-engagement policies after Pyongyang rejects dialogue
February 26, 2026
Anti-satellite weapons, AI tech headline North Korea’s new military wish list
Five-year plan approved at Party Congress features submarine-launched nukes, military satellites, electronic weapons
February 26, 2026
Kim Jong Un leaves door open to talks if US accepts North Korea’s nuclear status
Leader warns DPRK is prepared for both peace and ‘confrontation’ at end of Party Congress, rejects all ties with South
February 26, 2026
North Korea holds post-congress military parade with no weapons procession
Kim Jong Un delivers speech warning enemies of ‘immediate’ retaliatory strikes if sovereignty violated
February 26, 2026
The who’s who on stage with Kim Jong Un at the Ninth Party Congress
NK Pro identifies key figures sitting next to the leader and what it says about North Korea’s priorities in years ahead
February 25, 2026
North Korea rolls out red carpet at military parade venue in final prep
Red decorations and chairs set up in central Pyongyang, a task typically done within 3 days of parade
February 25, 2026
Trump makes no mention of North Korea in State of the Union speech
US president’s neglect of issue reflects limited chances of success from talks, expert says
February 25, 2026
North Korea’s Party Congress continues meetings on next five-year plan
Leader Kim Jong Un not reported present on day 6 as state media suggests sectoral meetings will carry over to day 7
February 25, 2026
Kim Jong Un’s reelection, Kim Yo Jong’s promotion and changes at the top
NK News’ Joon Ha Park breaks down what we’ve learned through day 6 of the ongoing Ninth Party Congress
February 25, 2026
