Military affairs
Information related to military issues in North and South Korea
Why Seoul is betting on a civilian defense chief in face of North Korean threats
Ahn Gyu-back faces challenge of pushing reform after martial law, countering DPRK and managing US alliance under Trump
June 25, 2025
Lee Jae-myung vows to prevent war on 75th anniversary of North Korea’s invasion
South Korean president emphasizes need to achieve peace through diplomacy in statement on outbreak of Korean War
June 25, 2025
US reaffirms commitment to North Korea’s denuclearization after Iran strikes
But State Department declines to comment on what US will do if it can’t resolve DPRK nuclear issue through diplomacy
June 25, 2025
Military solution to North Korea nuclear issue is ‘unimaginable’: ROK nominee
Unification minister candidate stresses diplomacy and avoiding war following US military strikes on Iran
June 24, 2025
North Korea appears to test rocket engine amid silence on spy satellite plans
Satellite imagery shows increased activity at Sohae space launch complex, over one year since last launch failed
June 24, 2025
Seoul’s new unification minister, DPRK rocket launches and border drills
NK News’ Joon Ha Park discusses Lee Jae-myung’s ministerial picks and the anniversary of an inter-Korean military clash
June 24, 2025
Russia strikes Kyiv with North Korean missiles and Iranian drones: Zelensky
Ukrainian leader slams Moscow for criticizing US attacks, as Russian official suggests DPRK could give nukes to Tehran
June 24, 2025
Lee Jae-myung taps familiar faces to lead fresh push for North Korea diplomacy
Cabinet nominees include Sunshine Policy veterans and civilian defense minister, highlighting ROK pivot toward dialogue
June 23, 2025
Trump’s Iran airstrikes test Kim Jong Un’s nerves — and his appetite for talks
Experts tell NK News Kim Jong Un must now weigh fear of a first strike against confidence in nuclear deterrence
June 23, 2025
DPRK denounces US strike on Iran, calls strike ‘grave breach’ of UN Charter
North Korea brands Operation Midnight Hammer violation of sovereignty, blames Israel and US for fueling tensions
June 23, 2025
