Military affairs
Information related to military issues in North and South Korea
Trump’s push for peace in Ukraine jeopardizes North Korean’s war bonanza
DPRK’s lucrative arms trade with Russia will suffer after ceasefire, pushing it toward China and potentially even the US
March 21, 2025
Russian security chief Shoigu arrives in North Korea for talks with Kim Jong Un
Visit reported by Russian state media comes as Moscow and Pyongyang continue military cooperation over Ukraine war
March 21, 2025
North Korea tests ‘new-generation’ air defense missile system: State media
Kim Jong Un observed test from undisclosed site on last day of US-ROK Freedom Shield drills
March 21, 2025
North Korea condemns Japan’s reported plans for long-range missile units
Pyongyang warns missile deployment in Kyushu would threaten regional stability, despite Tokyo’s denial of reports
March 20, 2025
US-ROK troops wrap up spring drills with show of force on North Korea’s doorstep
Allies call river crossing near border a symbol of ‘ironclad’ ties amid political upheaval in Seoul and Washington
March 20, 2025
North Korean troops fighting for Russia have ‘perpetuated’ Ukraine war, US says
State Department says DPRK ‘bears responsibility’ for conflict, while demanding Russia stop support for Pyongyang
March 20, 2025
With new frigates, North Korea broadcasts a more assertive naval approach
Revelations about country’s biggest-ever ships suggest DPRK seeks to break naval isolation, possibly with Russian help
March 20, 2025
Ukraine says it destroyed three North Korean artillery guns in Russia’s Kursk
Footage purportedly shows Russian using Koksan weapons in successful counteroffensive against Ukraine
March 19, 2025
How North Korean troops will factor into Ukraine-Russia peace talks
NK News’ Bryan Betts talks the latest from Kursk and how Trump's dismantling of Voice of America impacts Pyongyang
March 18, 2025
Seoul reaffirms willingness to accept North Korean soldiers captured by Ukraine
South Korean foreign minister requests Kyiv’s cooperation on issue amid concerns POWs could be repatriated to DPRK
March 18, 2025
