Military affairs
Information related to military issues in North and South Korea
US strengthens surveillance of North Korea amid martial law fallout in South
Commander of INDOPACOM says forces in region are on ‘heightened watch status’ for possible DPRK ‘opportunism’
December 9, 2024
Leadership crisis in Seoul raises North Korea contingency risk, experts warn
Unclear who has authority after ruling party suggests Yoon Suk-yeol no longer functioning as commander-in-chief
December 8, 2024
North Korea resumes upgrades to missile factories amid reported Russian interest
Satellite imagery shows new construction at anti-aircraft and anti-tank missile plants after extended delays
December 6, 2024
ROK army allegedly put on alert for North Korea threat before martial law order
Lawmaker says troops were warned of ‘serious’ DPRK situation, suggesting Yoon played up dangers to ensure compliance
December 5, 2024
Why Russia wants North Korean soldiers to march through Red Square
May 9 parade gives allies a chance to flaunt military ties over Ukraine War, and could even see Kim Jong Un visit Moscow
December 5, 2024
How North Korea has capitalized when South’s leaders declare martial law
DPRK turned unrest to its advantage in 70s and 80s, shining light on how it could respond to Yoon’s aborted decree
December 5, 2024
South Korean defense chief steps down after president’s martial law debacle
Kim Yong-hyun’s exit appears aimed at deflecting blame and leaves Yoon without a top official for North Korea policy
December 5, 2024
ROK officials for North Korea policy resign en masse after martial law debacle
Foreign, unification and defense ministers among ROK Korean Cabinet members who offered to step down amid public outcry
December 4, 2024
Martial law chaos tests US-ROK alliance, and joint efforts to deter North Korea
Yoon’s actions raise concerns about joint security posture, alliance management and ROK’s commitment to democratic norms
December 4, 2024
Why there’s a risk Yoon could seek to provoke North Korea after failed autocoup
South Korean leader could see an inter-Korean clash as a way to hold onto power, though Pyongyang might not play along
December 4, 2024
