Missiles
Information related to the North Korean missile program
North Korea announces new Hwasong-20 nuclear missile as Kim arrives in China
Kim Jong Un inspects materials used in long-range missile engines as state media reports 8 tests in last 2 years
September 2, 2025
Record $60B Japan military budget focuses on new assets to counter North Korea
Proposal prioritizes anti-missile and coastal defenses in response to threats like DPRK’s hypersonic missiles
September 1, 2025
Kim Jong Un promotes ‘new’ missile production capabilities ahead of China visit
North Korea signals commitment to nuclear missiles as Kim set to meet Xi Jinping for first time in 6 years
September 1, 2025
Major construction ramps up at North Korean missile base attached to Kim mansion
Satellite imagery reveals new hexagonal bunkers and large administrative center near site of 8 recent missile tests
August 29, 2025
Satellite imagery points to lull in North Korea-Russia arms smuggling operation
Analysis shows Russian ships linked to weapons transfers made at least two voyages to Rason in July, even less in August
August 29, 2025
New North Korean destroyer sails back to shipyard where failed launch took place
Warship back at Chongjin Shipyard on east coast after months of repairs in Rason, a possible prelude to weapons testing
August 28, 2025
Kim Jong Un oversees launch of two new air defense missiles: state media
In an undisclosed location, Pyongyang tests missiles in a first since May
August 24, 2025
North Korean TV airs extensive footage of troops fighting Ukraine for first time
Videos show soldiers using a range of DPRK and Russian weaponry, including drones, during combat operations in Kursk
August 22, 2025
North Korea in July 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from July 1, 2025 to July 31, 2025
August 1, 2025
North Korea denounces Japan white paper for labeling it an ‘imminent threat’
DPRK foreign ministry claims Tokyo is ‘obsessed’ with retaking Korean Peninsula, defending its nuclear weapons program
July 18, 2025
