Military affairs
Information related to military issues in North and South Korea
Why North Korea played favorites with Russia over China at military parade
While rank is likely a factor, experts suggest DPRK also sought to show it is not only reliant on Beijing
July 28, 2023
At parade, North Korea showcases a powerful asset — Chinese and Russian backing
Foreign delegations send message DRPK’s allies can tolerate its nukes, as military rolls out ICBMs and underwater drones
July 28, 2023
How North Korea’s new advanced drones change the game for the US and ROK
New capabilities could spy on military bases and even assassinate targets, though much about weapons remains unknown
July 28, 2023
Yoon hails UN troops who defended ROK from North Korea’s ‘totalitarian forces’
President says South Korean freedom built on ‘blood-stained uniforms,’ marking 70th anniversary of Korean War armistice
July 28, 2023
Putin thanks North Korea for supporting Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Russian defense chief Shoigu relays message at event in Pyongyang, while also holding one-on-one talks with Kim Jong Un
July 28, 2023
North Korean missiles pose greater threat to Japan than ever, Tokyo says
New defense white paper reiterates need for ‘counterstrike’ capabilities in case DPRK carries out nuclear attacks
July 28, 2023
New drones conduct flyovers as North Korea shows off nukes at military parade
Visiting high-level Russian and Chinese delegations join Kim Jong Un to watch event to mark DPRK’s ‘Victory Day’
July 28, 2023
North Korean ICBMs appear to line up ahead of military parade start: Imagery
Coverings for weapons and parade decorations appear around Kim Il Sung Square ahead of likely kick off Thursday night
July 27, 2023
‘Top salesman’ Kim Jong Un used arms expo to hawk weapons to Russia: Experts
Shoigu’s visit suggests Moscow seeks arms for Ukraine war, though some see it as attempt to send warning to US and ROK
July 27, 2023
State media review: North Korea claims ‘victory’ over US averted World War III
An in-depth review of celebrations for a Korean War anniversary, justifications for nuke development and a new TV show
July 27, 2023
