Military affairs
Information related to military issues in North and South Korea
Seoul demands Russian Embassy remove pro-war banner, citing North Korea ties
South Korea condemns Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine and military cooperation with Pyongyang in response to display
February 23, 2026
How the UN Command can help avert conflict with North Korea over drones
US-led military force’s investigations into armistice violations slow escalation, even when Pyongyang doesn’t cooperate
February 23, 2026
North Korea hails ‘remarkable successes’ at day two of Party Congress
Kim Jong Un leads review of ‘great transformations’ over last five years, but state media provides few specifics
February 21, 2026
North Korea starts with Kim Jong Il’s birthday, and ends with a Party (Congress)
A recap of the week in state media, from housing projects and nuclear missiles to a once-in-5-years political meeting
February 20, 2026
As Kim Jong Un’s 5-year weapons plan expires, focus shifts to what comes next
Ninth Party Congress set to announce new military goals, and potentially deployment plans for incomplete systems
February 20, 2026
North Korean leader’s sister praises Seoul’s apology for drones, renews threats
Kim Yo Jong warns of ‘terrible consequences’ for future drone incursions, stressing heightened border security
February 19, 2026
Kim Jong Un formally deploys 50 new tactical nuke launchers at ceremony
North Korean leader says 600mm MLRS now ‘incorporates AI’ and advanced guidance system
February 19, 2026
Cargo ship appears at North Korean nuclear submarine site for first time
Satellite imagery showing visit to factory on east coast may indicate project entering new stage
February 18, 2026
Seoul pushes to restore no-fly zone after alleged drone flights into North Korea
Unification minister says move aims to stop future incursions, expressing ‘official regret’ over flights by civilians
February 18, 2026
North Korean officials receive credentials ahead of Ninth Party Congress
Delegates signal the meeting laying out strategic direction for next five years is just days away
February 18, 2026
