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Reported sinking of North Korean ship spotlights dangers of ‘dark voyages’
DPRK smugglers routinely sail without broadcasting location, reflecting regime’s willingness to sacrifice safety
March 13, 2025
North Korean troops in Russia are learning modern drone warfare tactics: Seoul
NIS assessment comes as Ukraine has accused Moscow of transferring drone tech to Pyongyang
March 6, 2025
North Korean fishing vessels flock to Russian port with ties to New Zealand
DPRK activity raises questions about seafood sales in violation of sanctions as allies cooperate beyond Ukraine war
March 3, 2025
UN human rights envoy calls for North Korea to use funds for people, not weapons
Elizabeth Salmon outlines DPRK’s failure to meet Sustainable Development Goals on food security, health care and more
March 3, 2025
North Korea in February 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from February 1 to February 28, 2025
March 3, 2025
North Korea, Kursk strike deal on boosting ties as DPRK troops fight in region
Chambers of commerce for Pyongyang and Russian region repelling Ukraine incursion agree to expand economic cooperation
February 28, 2025
North Korean delegations to Russia eye sanctions cooperation, VIP flats, horses
Workers’ Party agrees to strengthen ties with Russia’s ruling party, as DPRK diplomats tour lodgings in Moscow
February 26, 2025
North Korean firm advertises illegal restaurants in China and Cambodia
DPRK magazine states Tongnam Trading Company runs ‘scores’ of restaurants overseas, despite UN sanctions against this
February 26, 2025
UK sanctions North Korean defense officials over troop deployment to Russia
Australia, New Zealand and Canada also announce measures, but US sits out as Trump takes friendlier stance toward Moscow
February 25, 2025
DPRK supplying half of Russia’s munitions with more arms to come: Ukraine
Kyiv assessed North Korean missiles have shown significant improvements as Australia, New Zealand sanction Moscow
February 24, 2025
