Military affairs
Information related to military issues in North and South Korea
Seoul says North Korea arms buildup is fueling global instability
ROK defense chief says DPRK using Russian intelligence to modernize military as Seoul looks to ‘self-reliant defense’
May 30, 2026
Hegseth praises Seoul’s defense commitments, omits reference to North Korea
In a shift from last year, the Pentagon chief made no reference to Pyongyang despite growing DPRK missile program
May 30, 2026
Shoigu discusses intelligence links with North Korean secret police chief
Meeting at Moscow forum comes as Ri Chang Dae makes first appearance as chief of new State Intelligence Bureau
May 29, 2026
Seoul prosecutors set to probe minister over remarks on North Korean nuke site
Complaint filed with prosecutors' office alleges unification minister disclosed confidential information
May 29, 2026
Satellite images capture North Korean destroyer sailing on west coast Thursday
DPRK’s largest modern warship may be conducting navigation and missile tests ahead of planned June deployment
May 28, 2026
Seoul denies OPCON transfer will lead to dissolution of joint US-ROK command
Local media claimed US raised concern about impact of transfer on command, which is charged with deterring North Korea
May 28, 2026
North Korea is marching deeper into Moscow’s orbit, and aims to stay
DPRK troops at Russia’s Victory Parade suggest the allies are building ties to outlast the war in Ukraine
May 28, 2026
Why some experts fear ROK missile sites could incentivize North Korean strikes
Study finds South Korea’s bases are vulnerable to nuclear attack, raising risk of preemptive action in a crisis
May 28, 2026
Seoul lays out plans to build nuclear sub by mid-2030s to counter North Korea
Defense minister says vessel will improve South Korea’s ability to monitor the DPRK’s submarine forces
May 27, 2026
The problem with labeling every North Korean missile launch a ‘provocation’
Routine interpretation of DPRK activities as brinkmanship can fuel escalation, highlighting need for nuance
May 27, 2026
