Missiles
Information related to the North Korean missile program
Why North Korea issues played second fiddle to South Korea at Shangri-La
In interview, Lami Kim discusses OPCON transfer risks, Seoul’s push for a nuke sub and the DPRK’s ‘two-state’ policy
June 5, 2026
North Korea in May 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from May 1 to May 31, 2026
June 3, 2026
A modular missile system, warship testing and signs Xi will visit North Korea
Colin Zwirko unpacks DPRK’s latest military developments and its efforts to expand renewable energy
June 2, 2026
North Korea bets on precision over mass strikes with new modular launcher
Flexible system resembling American HIMARS aligns with DPRK push to modernize military based on lessons from Ukraine
June 1, 2026
Why some experts fear ROK missile sites could incentivize North Korean strikes
Study finds South Korea’s bases are vulnerable to nuclear attack, raising risk of preemptive action in a crisis
May 28, 2026
The problem with labeling every North Korean missile launch a ‘provocation’
Routine interpretation of DPRK activities as brinkmanship can fuel escalation, highlighting need for nuance
May 27, 2026
North Korea tests new modular missile launcher and ‘tactical cruise missiles’
State media claims Kim Jong Un oversaw test featuring AI guidance and automated launch capabilities
May 27, 2026
North Korea fires multiple close-range ballistic missiles westward: Seoul
DPRK missile test reportedly from western region also involved launch of other types of projectiles
May 26, 2026
Russian navy escorts ships known to shuttle arms from North Korea: Japan
Exodus of sanctioned freighters alongside military convoy heralds change in Moscow-Pyongyang arms trade, experts say
May 21, 2026
North Korea appears to test rocket engine, build satellite launch viewing area
NK Pro analysis of satellite imagery suggests high level of activity at Sohae launch complex in recent weeks
May 19, 2026
