Leadership
Information related to North Korea’s leadership and leadership structures
Kim Jong Un oversaw ROK attack simulation as Seoul announced Yoon’s ouster
North Korean special forces exercises also hint at further Russia deployment after similar instance last fall
April 7, 2025
North Korea reports on Yoon Suk-yeol’s impeachment, highlights turmoil in South
Rodong Sinmun's report came 19 hours after verdict, slower than state media coverage of Park Geun-hye's ouster in 2017
April 5, 2025
Kim Jong Un vows cars and gaming for core citizens, but what’s behind the pitch?
North Korean leader suggests improved access to modern amenities during inspection of latest skyscraper street project
April 4, 2025
ROK acting president warns North may exploit ‘turmoil’ following Yoon’s ouster
Han Duck-soo called for South’s armed forces to maintain readiness in emergency meeting after impeachment was upheld
April 4, 2025
What Yoon Suk-yeol’s removal means for South Korea’s relationship with the North
With his ouster, the future of inter-Korean relations hangs in the balance amid political chaos and security challenges
April 4, 2025
Court upholds Yoon’s impeachment, raising questions about North Korea relations
Constitutional Court’s decision, which triggers snap election to be held in 60 days, could reshape inter-Korean ties
April 4, 2025
US nominee for JCS chairman opposes troop reduction on peninsula citing DPRK
Dan Caine made remarks during committee hearing as North Korea issued statement slamming Washington-Tokyo cooperation
April 2, 2025
North Korea in March 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from March 1 to March 31, 2025
April 2, 2025
Why Kim Jong Un is likely to skip Russia’s Victory Day parade in Moscow
Logistical challenges, geopolitical concerns and potential Trump meeting could influence Kim’s decision to attend
April 1, 2025
Trump says US may ‘do something’ with DPRK citing open communication channels
He again referred to North Korea as ‘nuclear nation,’ signaling possible shift from Washington’s long-standing policy
April 1, 2025
