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Information related to North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs
Expert roundup: Can Trump’s outreach bring Kim Jong Un back to the table?
Former US officials weigh risks of scaling back joint drills, Pyongyang’s leverage and prospects for another summit
August 24, 2026
What to make of Trump’s oddly specific claim that North Korea has 57 nukes
US president’s count broadly fits many estimates, but Seoul’s higher tally highlights uncertainty over the DPRK arsenal
August 20, 2026
Kim Jong Un positioned in the driver’s seat as Trump races for a summit
Experts say the prospect of a meeting grows, but Pyongyang will demand sustained U.S. concessions long beforehand
August 20, 2026
Trump revives playbook on North Korea diplomacy, but Kim holds more cards now
Reduced military drills may reopen the door to talks, but Pyongyang has fewer incentives to engage than in 2018
August 18, 2026
South Korea to upgrade battle tanks as North improves drone capabilities
The K2 tanks equipped with anti-drone improvements are scheduled to enter service starting 2033.
August 13, 2026
Seoul’s nuclear submarine plans could spark arms race, North Korea warns
Pyongyang denounces US-ROK-Japan for advancing a potential ‘second AUKUS,’ despite pursuing its own nuclear submarines
August 12, 2026
Ukraine blames North Korean missiles for killing 7 in Russia’s latest attack
Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia used DPRK missiles to hit Zaporizhzhia amid Ukraine’s air defense gaps
August 12, 2026
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
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 Korea in July 2026: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from July 1 to July 31, 2026
August 3, 2026
