Military affairs
Information related to military issues in North and South Korea
Russia can’t fight Ukraine without North Korea’s help: Zelensky
Ukrainian leader said Russia received new ballistic missiles from the DPRK, warns of Pyongyang’s growing capabilities
August 11, 2026
US-ROK drills to counter North Korean threats shaped by lessons from Ukraine war
Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise to incorporate GPS disruptions, cyberattacks and drone warfare simulations
August 10, 2026
North Korea restarts east coast naval base project for new warships, submarines
Satellite imagery shows new activity at long-stalled Munchon base after Kim laments lack of modern naval facilities
August 10, 2026
Russia to deploy up to 50K North Korean soldiers to fight Ukraine: Zelensky
Ukrainian leader cited DPRK’s war experience as a threat to South Korea, calling for air-defense and drone cooperation
August 10, 2026
North Korean military parade training ends after small July event, imagery shows
Satellite imagery reveals new details about training trends as it appears no larger parade upcoming
August 7, 2026
North Korea launches short-range ballistic missile toward East Sea: JCS
The launch comes roughly five months after the last known SRBM test, when North Korea launched around 10 such missiles
August 6, 2026
Russia to deploy North Korean missile unit and launchers to Ukraine border: Kyiv
Ukrainian spy agency claims North Korea is sending 90 soldiers, 120 missiles and six launchers, with more to follow
August 6, 2026
Ask a North Korean: Why was stealing so prolific in North Korea?
A North Korean defector recalls being a victim of theft on the train and at home, where her family's cauldron was stolen
Vietnam to honor North Korean pilots killed in war with first-ever memorial
Plans to construct new memorial and renovate cemetery come as Pyongyang and Hanoi step up cooperation in multiple fields
August 5, 2026
North Korea threatens response to Japan’s arms buildup ahead of Asian Games
Kim Jong Un’s influential sister accused Japan of transforming into a ‘war state’ following Tomahawk test
August 5, 2026
