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North Korean cyber group stole weapons data from ROK defense firms, Seoul says
News

North Korean cyber group stole weapons data from ROK defense firms, Seoul says

Andariel allegedly stole over 250 files in espionage campaign, while extorting thousands in crypto from other companies

North Korean cyber group stole weapons data from ROK defense firms, Seoul says
Shreyas ReddyShreyas Reddy December 6, 2023
How the Middle East’s non-stop demand for weapons drive ties with North Korea
Analysis

How the Middle East’s non-stop demand for weapons drive ties with North Korea

Experts say DPRK likely funneled weapons through Iran and Syria and will continue exports if there’s money to be made

How the Middle East’s non-stop demand for weapons drive ties with North Korea
James FretwellJames Fretwell December 6, 2023
ROK choppers spotted near DMZ after collapse of military deal with North Korea
News

ROK choppers spotted near DMZ after collapse of military deal with North Korea

Photos show three helicopters where flights were previously banned, underscoring increased military activity near border

ROK choppers spotted near DMZ after collapse of military deal with North Korea
Chad O'CarrollChad O'Carroll December 6, 2023
South Korea launches commercial satellite to improve monitoring of North Korea
News

South Korea launches commercial satellite to improve monitoring of North Korea

Launch using solid-fuel rocket comes just two days after Space X put ROK’s first military spy satellite in orbit

South Korea launches commercial satellite to improve monitoring of North Korea
Jeongmin KimJeongmin Kim | Joon Ha Park December 4, 2023
Kim Jong Un reviews old satellite imagery despite North Korea’s new eyes in sky
Analysis

Kim Jong Un reviews old satellite imagery despite North Korea’s new eyes in sky

NK Pro findings raise questions about operation of DPRK’s military spy satellite and sensitivity over revealing too much

Kim Jong Un reviews old satellite imagery despite North Korea’s new eyes in sky
Colin ZwirkoColin Zwirko December 4, 2023
North Korea says new spy satellite starts mission to aid nuclear missile units
News

North Korea says new spy satellite starts mission to aid nuclear missile units

New office also established under space agency for military satellite’s operation, state media says

North Korea says new spy satellite starts mission to aid nuclear missile units
Colin ZwirkoColin Zwirko December 3, 2023
‘Blood must be spilled’: How Kissinger nearly triggered a war with North Korea
Features

‘Blood must be spilled’: How Kissinger nearly triggered a war with North Korea

The former US Secretary of State wanted to retaliate when the DPRK killed Americans, despite concerns of escalation

‘Blood must be spilled’: How Kissinger nearly triggered a war with North Korea
James FretwellJames Fretwell December 1, 2023
Eyes above: How a new ROK satellite will help monitor North Korea’s every move
Analysis

Eyes above: How a new ROK satellite will help monitor North Korea’s every move

Seoul looks to forge its own space surveillance network independent of US, as the inter-Korean space race heats up

Eyes above: How a new ROK satellite will help monitor North Korea’s every move
Joon Ha ParkJoon Ha Park | Shreyas Reddy December 1, 2023
North Korea in November 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
Month in Review

North Korea in November 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead

An analytical look at the main developments from November 1, 2023 to November 30, 2023

North Korea in November 2023: A month in review and what’s ahead
NK ProNK Pro December 1, 2023
Timeline: From North Korea’s satellite launch to scrapping 2018 military deal
Analysis

Timeline: From North Korea’s satellite launch to scrapping 2018 military deal

NK Pro timeline charts the key events from Nov. 1 to Nov. 30

Timeline: From North Korea’s satellite launch to scrapping 2018 military deal
NK ProNK Pro December 1, 2023
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