Military affairs
Information related to military issues in North and South Korea
North Korea turns a corner with operational exercise of solid-fuel ICBM
After third successful launch of Hwasong-18, DPRK appears primed to focus on demonstrating new capabilities
US, ROK and Japan start real-time data sharing on North Korean missile launches
Seoul says system will improve detection and evaluation of DPRK missiles, with three countries to share info 24/7
North Korea says it launched Hwasong-18 solid-fuel ICBM in ‘warning’ to US
Kim Jong Un shows off ‘ultra-hard will for revenge’ with long-range test after US nuclear submarine visits region
North Korea hints at secret shakeup of military officials ahead of party plenum
State media coverage of mausoleum visit reveals unannounced promotion, while top military leader mysteriously absent
Next steps for North Korea: How open is Kim Jong Un to future diplomacy with US?
Most experts say DPRK would have limited interest in talks with new president, though some see potential in arms control
US-ROK meeting on nuke strategy draws North Korean threats of ‘counteraction’
Allies discuss ways to boost extended deterrence, while Pyongyang promises ‘preview’ of nuclear war before year’s end
North Korea fires apparent ICBM, second missile launch in 10 hours: ROK
Launches come after US-ROK nuclear weapon talks and arrival of US submarine in Busan
Kim Jong Un marks 12th anniversary of father’s death
Makeup of leader’s entourage during memorial service hints at recent promotions and possible purge, expert says
North Korea converting cargo plane into military aircraft, imagery suggests
Air Koryo Il-76 plane with possible new rotodome could be used to detect enemy missiles, expert tells NK Pro
Next steps for North Korea: How successful is Yoon’s inter-Korean policy?
Survey of over 100 experts finds most consider Seoul’s approach ‘ineffective,’ with many saying tensions have worsened