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How North Korean soldiers captured in the Russia-Ukraine war will be handled largely relies on the DPRK's involvement in the conflict. Capt. Sukjoon Yoon outlines the legal ins and outs. bit.ly/3HdPXpz

At Chongjin, efforts continue to lift the Choe Hyun Class vessel out of the water after last week's failed launch attempt. Analysis by Iliana Ragnone and Peter Makowsky. bit.ly/45xtk9l

Work on the road leading to the new Russia-DPRK bridge progresses, in line with reports that the deadline for the project's conclusion has been moved forward. Analysis by Martyn Williams & Peter Makowsky. bit.ly/4kscWf6

Commercial satellite imagery shows that the Choe Hyun class destroyer at Chongjin has been returned to an upright position. bit.ly/4kSUFaO

Imagery from June 5 shows North Korea's second Choe Hyun Class destroyer is floating at Chongjin Port. bit.ly/3T7RqjF

.The Daily NK's Robert Lauler reviews Kim Yu-kyung's latest collection of short stories and their contribution to our understanding of contemporary life in the DPRK. bit.ly/446xFPI

.Frank Aum outlines how President Lee Jae-myung's North Korea policy should position South Korea to shape its own security. bit.ly/43VVKaX

The DPRK's failed Choe Hyon destroyer launch calls into question North Korea’s shipbuilding capacity, future developments in its naval capabilities, and broader naval ambitions. Vann Van Diepen, J. James Kim, & Rachel Minyoung Lee discuss its implications. bit.ly/43DaFHZ

DPRK's Ministry of Health has launched a mobile app allowing users to consult practitioners, order medications, and read about medical conditions. Analysis by Martyn Williams. bit.ly/4l2GyzI

Preparations for a ceremonial relaunch of North Korea's Choe Hyon destroyer appear to be underway at Rajin Shipyard. Analysis by Iliana Ragnone & Martyn Williams. bit.ly/3HUM2hm

Commercial imagery of DPRK's Yongbyon supports IAEA assessments that the country is expanding uranium enrichment capabilities at the site. Recent signatures indicate a new waste storage site & further dismantlement of the 50 MWe reactor. bit.ly/441H3Dc

New North Korean laws obtained by 38 North "paint a picture of a food system that is undergoing significant changes." Peter Ward analyzes changes to the DPRK's Farms Act & Food Administration Act. bit.ly/4liwpPy

Nika Pasko discusses how "Moscow and Pyongyang’s bilateral ties in non-military sectors have been largely overlooked or dismissed, although have been driven by both governments under the guidance of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty." bit.ly/4jVBmww

Rachel Minyoung Lee analyzes North Korea's Foreign Ministry statements on the Israel-Iran conflict, and what they might reveal about Pyongyang's strategy. bit.ly/3HXiKyQ

38 North is excited to welcome the second cohort for our Emerging Scholars Fellowship Program! Read more about our 2025-2026 fellows here: bit.ly/44dJ2En

How big is North Korea's ICBM force? Vann Van Diepen responds to the DIA's recent estimate that the DPRK deploys "10 or fewer" ICBMs. bit.ly/4epXm1e