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US, ROK and Japan conduct missile defense exercise after North Korean ICBM test

US, ROK and Japan conduct missile defense exercise after North Korean ICBM test

Aegis-equipped destroyers run interception drills near peninsula, as ROK officials predict non-lofted DPRK missile test

US, ROK and Japan conduct missile defense exercise after North Korean ICBM test
Jeongmin Kim
Jeongmin Kim February 22, 2023
Why it may not matter if North Korea’s missiles can survive atmospheric reentry
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Why it may not matter if North Korea’s missiles can survive atmospheric reentry

Some doubt DPRK reentry vehicles would work as intended, but nuclear deterrence can be effective despite uncertainties

Why it may not matter if North Korea’s missiles can survive atmospheric reentry
Ankit Panda
Ankit Panda February 22, 2023
An unprecedented look inside North Korea’s nuclear facilities – Ep. 276
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An unprecedented look inside North Korea’s nuclear facilities – Ep. 276

Siegfried Hecker discusses his tour of Yongbyon in 2004 and the history of the DPRK’s nuclear program

An unprecedented look inside North Korea’s nuclear facilities – Ep. 276
Jacco Zwetsloot
Jacco Zwetsloot | NK News February 21, 2023
ROK must consider nukes, lawmakers say after North Korea’s latest missile launch

ROK must consider nukes, lawmakers say after North Korea’s latest missile launch

High-profile conservatives question reliability of US nuclear umbrella due to DPRK’s long-range weapons capabilities

ROK must consider nukes, lawmakers say after North Korea’s latest missile launch
Jeongmin Kim
Jeongmin Kim February 20, 2023
North Korea says it fired Hwasong-15 ICBM in warning to US, South Korea

North Korea says it fired Hwasong-15 ICBM in warning to US, South Korea

Kim Yo Jong threatens ‘overwhelming response’ to hostility after test of new missile unit’s readiness

North Korea says it fired Hwasong-15 ICBM in warning to US, South Korea
Colin Zwirko
Colin Zwirko February 19, 2023
North Korea threatens ‘unprecedented’ response to upcoming US-ROK drills

North Korea threatens ‘unprecedented’ response to upcoming US-ROK drills

Warning comes hours after South Korea announced date for table-top exercises with US on DPRK nuclear use scenario

North Korea threatens ‘unprecedented’ response to upcoming US-ROK drills
Jeongmin Kim
Jeongmin Kim February 17, 2023
Why the US has worked to stop allies like South Korea from going nuclear
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Why the US has worked to stop allies like South Korea from going nuclear

Some in Seoul want nukes to defend against North Korea, but US has put forward tough consequences to prevent this before

Why the US has worked to stop allies like South Korea from going nuclear
Eric Brewer
Eric Brewer February 17, 2023
Seoul estimates North Korea has processed more plutonium for nukes

Seoul estimates North Korea has processed more plutonium for nukes

White paper says stockpile has increased from 50 to 70 kg, as DPRK seeks fissile material for tactical nuclear weapons

Seoul estimates North Korea has processed more plutonium for nukes
Jeongmin Kim
Jeongmin Kim February 16, 2023
Why a South Korean nuclear program won’t deter North Korean provocations
NK PRO

Why a South Korean nuclear program won’t deter North Korean provocations

The bomb may prevent DPRK from invading and full-scale war, but US extended deterrence already provides same benefits

Why a South Korean nuclear program won’t deter North Korean provocations
Too early to tell if Kim Jong Un’s daughter is heir apparent, experts say

Too early to tell if Kim Jong Un’s daughter is heir apparent, experts say

Defectors and analysts raise multiple reasons for introducing her, from humanizing leader to fortifying hereditary rule

Too early to tell if Kim Jong Un’s daughter is heir apparent, experts say
Jeongmin Kim
Jeongmin Kim February 13, 2023
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