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A Review of ‘Nuclear North Korea’s Challenge to Deterrence Theories and Policies’, by Hwee-rhak Park

By | February 13, 2026

South Korean scholar introduces new concepts including ‘balance of fear’ to assess DPRK nuclear weapons in a global context.

Olympics on Ice: After Pyeongchang 2018, DPRK Misses another Winter Games

By | February 06, 2026

North Korean skiers helped build ties with the South in Pyeongchang. Since then, the DPRK, has missed all but one Games.

Below the Divide: A Review of ‘Fractured Liberation’, by Kornel Chang

By | January 27, 2026

Fresh account of societal and political dynamics in south Korea under US occupation brings local perspectives to the pre-Korean War era.

RG242 Files: The Day Kim Il-sung’s Voice Fell Silent

By | January 24, 2026

Pyongyang’s early radio station blacked out part of a speech by the North Korean leader, resulting in dismissals from the Party, and tighter controls.

Reading Rodong Sinmun, in South Korea

By | January 09, 2026

After decades of restrictions on North Korean literature, the ROK government has initiated reforms on the WPK’s flagship newspaper as it seeks to engage Pyongyang.