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Kim Jong Un leaves door open to talks if US accepts North Korea’s nuclear status

Kim Jong Un leaves door open to talks if US accepts North Korea’s nuclear status

Leader warns DPRK is prepared for both peace and ‘confrontation’ at end of Party Congress, rejects all ties with South

Kim Jong Un leaves door open to talks if US accepts North Korea’s nuclear status
Shreyas Reddy
Shreyas Reddy February 26, 2026
North Korea holds post-congress military parade with no weapons procession

North Korea holds post-congress military parade with no weapons procession

Kim Jong Un delivers speech warning enemies of ‘immediate’ retaliatory strikes if sovereignty violated

North Korea holds post-congress military parade with no weapons procession
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 26, 2026
The who’s who on stage with Kim Jong Un at the Ninth Party Congress
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The who’s who on stage with Kim Jong Un at the Ninth Party Congress

NK Pro identifies key figures sitting next to the leader and what it says about North Korea’s priorities in years ahead

The who’s who on stage with Kim Jong Un at the Ninth Party Congress
Seung-Yeon Chung
Seung-Yeon Chung | Shreyas Reddy February 25, 2026
North Korea rolls out red carpet at military parade venue in final prep
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North Korea rolls out red carpet at military parade venue in final prep

Red decorations and chairs set up in central Pyongyang, a task typically done within 3 days of parade

North Korea rolls out red carpet at military parade venue in final prep
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 25, 2026
Trump makes no mention of North Korea in State of the Union speech

Trump makes no mention of North Korea in State of the Union speech

US president’s neglect of issue reflects limited chances of success from talks, expert says

Trump makes no mention of North Korea in State of the Union speech
Jooheon Kim
Jooheon Kim February 25, 2026
North Korea’s Party Congress continues meetings on next five-year plan

North Korea’s Party Congress continues meetings on next five-year plan

Leader Kim Jong Un not reported present on day 6 as state media suggests sectoral meetings will carry over to day 7

North Korea’s Party Congress continues meetings on next five-year plan
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 25, 2026
Kim Jong Un’s reelection, Kim Yo Jong’s promotion and changes at the top
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Kim Jong Un’s reelection, Kim Yo Jong’s promotion and changes at the top

NK News’ Joon Ha Park breaks down what we’ve learned through day 6 of the ongoing Ninth Party Congress

Kim Jong Un’s reelection, Kim Yo Jong’s promotion and changes at the top
Jacco Zwetsloot
Jacco Zwetsloot | Joon Ha Park | NK News February 25, 2026
Kim Jong Un cements his control with latest reshuffles at Party Congress
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Kim Jong Un cements his control with latest reshuffles at Party Congress

North Korean leader has filled key posts with close allies, while likely naming sister to lead a party control tower

Kim Jong Un cements his control with latest reshuffles at Party Congress
Martin Weiser
Martin Weiser February 24, 2026
North Korea debuts China-style name badges at Ninth Party Congress

North Korea debuts China-style name badges at Ninth Party Congress

Delegates spotted wearing red badges with photo, name and title for first time, likely reflecting Chinese influence

North Korea debuts China-style name badges at Ninth Party Congress
Jifan Li
Jifan Li February 24, 2026
North Korean leader promotes sister Kim Yo Jong to department director

North Korean leader promotes sister Kim Yo Jong to department director

Kim set for bigger role after history of fiery statements against South Korea, as Party Congress shakes up leadership

North Korean leader promotes sister Kim Yo Jong to department director
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 24, 2026
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