April 28, 2024

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Information related to North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs

Five years after Hanoi, Trump’s still keen on a nuclear deal with North Korea

Five years after Hanoi, Trump’s still keen on a nuclear deal with North Korea

Former president seems determined to rekindle friendship with Kim Jong Un, and he could make enticing offer if reelected

Five years after Hanoi, Trump’s still keen on a nuclear deal with North Korea
James Fretwell
James Fretwell February 28, 2024
Why talks on North Korea’s nuclear program still can’t get off the ground
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Why talks on North Korea’s nuclear program still can’t get off the ground

Conflicting party goals and stable status quo have long undermined negotiations, though arms control holds promise

Why talks on North Korea’s nuclear program still can’t get off the ground
Su-Mi Lee
Su-Mi Lee February 26, 2024
US won’t abandon alliance with Seoul over North Korean nukes: ROK defense chief

US won’t abandon alliance with Seoul over North Korean nukes: ROK defense chief

Shin Won-sik says US would give up ‘global leadership’ by doing so, amid concerns about possible second Trump term

US won’t abandon alliance with Seoul over North Korean nukes: ROK defense chief
Joon Ha Park
Joon Ha Park February 23, 2024
State media review: North Korea set to open long-stalled hospital this year
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State media review: North Korea set to open long-stalled hospital this year

An in-depth analysis of plans for DPRK’s ‘first’ modern general hospital, Japan’s removal of a Korean memorial and more

State media review: North Korea set to open long-stalled hospital this year
North Korea in January 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
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North Korea in January 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead

An analytical look at the main developments from January 1, 2024 to January 31, 2024

North Korea in January 2024: A month in review and what’s ahead
NK Pro
NK Pro February 2, 2024
Timeline: From North Korean missiles in Ukraine to ROK becoming enemy ‘No. 1’
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Timeline: From North Korean missiles in Ukraine to ROK becoming enemy ‘No. 1’

NK Pro timeline charts the key events from Jan. 1 to Jan. 31, 2024

Timeline: From North Korean missiles in Ukraine to ROK becoming enemy ‘No. 1’
NK Pro
NK Pro February 2, 2024
John Bolton warns of ‘reckless deal’ with North Korea should Trump be reelected

John Bolton warns of ‘reckless deal’ with North Korea should Trump be reelected

Former national security adviser cautioned such deal would further alienate Seoul and extend Beijing’s influence

John Bolton warns of ‘reckless deal’ with North Korea should Trump be reelected
Joe Smith
Joe Smith February 1, 2024
Kim Jong Un inspects nuclear-powered submarine project, cruise missile test

Kim Jong Un inspects nuclear-powered submarine project, cruise missile test

State media says new cruise missile launched from underwater but doesn't show submarine images

Kim Jong Un inspects nuclear-powered submarine project, cruise missile test
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko January 29, 2024
North Korea fires several cruise missiles on east coast: ROK military

North Korea fires several cruise missiles on east coast: ROK military

Launch comes days after DPRK reportedly test-fired a nuclear-capable cruise missile

North Korea fires several cruise missiles on east coast: ROK military
Anton Sokolin
Anton Sokolin January 28, 2024
North Korea regularly operating new nuclear reactor at Yongbyon: Report

North Korea regularly operating new nuclear reactor at Yongbyon: Report

Light water reactor may help DPRK produce up to a dozen new nuclear weapons per year but unclear if fully online

North Korea regularly operating new nuclear reactor at Yongbyon: Report
Anton Sokolin
Anton Sokolin January 26, 2024