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How the UN Command can help avert conflict with North Korea over drones
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How the UN Command can help avert conflict with North Korea over drones

US-led military force’s investigations into armistice violations slow escalation, even when Pyongyang doesn’t cooperate

How the UN Command can help avert conflict with North Korea over drones
Michael Bosack
Michael Bosack February 23, 2026
North Korea hails ‘remarkable successes’ at day two of Party Congress

North Korea hails ‘remarkable successes’ at day two of Party Congress

Kim Jong Un leads review of ‘great transformations’ over last five years, but state media provides few specifics

North Korea hails ‘remarkable successes’ at day two of Party Congress
Joon Ha Park
Joon Ha Park February 21, 2026
North Korea starts with Kim Jong Il’s birthday, and ends with a Party (Congress)
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North Korea starts with Kim Jong Il’s birthday, and ends with a Party (Congress)

A recap of the week in state media, from housing projects and nuclear missiles to a once-in-5-years political meeting

North Korea starts with Kim Jong Il’s birthday, and ends with a Party (Congress)
Shreyas Reddy
Shreyas Reddy February 20, 2026
As Kim Jong Un’s 5-year weapons plan expires, focus shifts to what comes next
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As Kim Jong Un’s 5-year weapons plan expires, focus shifts to what comes next

Ninth Party Congress set to announce new military goals, and potentially deployment plans for incomplete systems

As Kim Jong Un’s 5-year weapons plan expires, focus shifts to what comes next
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 20, 2026
North Korean leader’s sister praises Seoul’s apology for drones, renews threats

North Korean leader’s sister praises Seoul’s apology for drones, renews threats

Kim Yo Jong warns of ‘terrible consequences’ for future drone incursions, stressing heightened border security

North Korean leader’s sister praises Seoul’s apology for drones, renews threats
Shreyas Reddy
Shreyas Reddy February 19, 2026
Kim Jong Un formally deploys 50 new tactical nuke launchers at ceremony

Kim Jong Un formally deploys 50 new tactical nuke launchers at ceremony

North Korean leader says 600mm MLRS now ‘incorporates AI’ and advanced guidance system

Kim Jong Un formally deploys 50 new tactical nuke launchers at ceremony
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 19, 2026
Cargo ship appears at North Korean nuclear submarine site for first time
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Cargo ship appears at North Korean nuclear submarine site for first time

Satellite imagery showing visit to factory on east coast may indicate project entering new stage

Cargo ship appears at North Korean nuclear submarine site for first time
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 18, 2026
Seoul pushes to restore no-fly zone after alleged drone flights into North Korea

Seoul pushes to restore no-fly zone after alleged drone flights into North Korea

Unification minister says move aims to stop future incursions, expressing ‘official regret’ over flights by civilians

Seoul pushes to restore no-fly zone after alleged drone flights into North Korea
Joon Ha Park
Joon Ha Park February 18, 2026
North Korean officials receive credentials ahead of Ninth Party Congress

North Korean officials receive credentials ahead of Ninth Party Congress

Delegates signal the meeting laying out strategic direction for next five years is just days away

North Korean officials receive credentials ahead of Ninth Party Congress
Shreyas Reddy
Shreyas Reddy February 18, 2026
What to expect at North Korea’s Ninth Party Congress, from nukes to US ties
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What to expect at North Korea’s Ninth Party Congress, from nukes to US ties

Kim Jong Un likely to consolidate military gains rather than break new ground, doubling down on Russia and anti-ROK line

What to expect at North Korea’s Ninth Party Congress, from nukes to US ties
Chad O'Carroll
Chad O'Carroll February 18, 2026
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