Kim Jong Il

The death of Kim Jong-il has increased the chances of a violent collapse of North Korea. Nuclear and chemical weapons, mistrust and an uncertain succession are a toxic mix.

Kim Jong-un’s biggest challenge in trying to consolidate power could be managing political-military tensions.

History isn’t encouraging over what to expect from Kim Jong-un. The U.S. and others should tread carefully.

China will be keeping as close an eye as any country on North Korea following Kim Jong-il’s death.

Reports North Korea tested a missile hours before Kim Jong-il’s death was announced highlight regional tensions.

The reported death of North Korean leader Kim Jong-il is already leaving people wondering about whether his son, Kim Jong-un, is ready for power.

North Korean state-run media is reporting that leader Kim Jong-il is dead. What will happen next?

Will North Korea ever abandon its nuclear program? And who is it helping acquire weapons? The Diplomat speaks with leading North Korea analyst Mark Fitzpatrick.

Hillary Clinton’s visit to Burma has raised the question of whether a trip to North Korea could one day be on the cards.

The WMD threat from Kim Jong-il’s regime is real. But a bigger threat could come from its conventional forces.

Kim Jong-il’s regime seems to respond better to the carrot than the stick. The United States and others could try walking in Kim’s shoes as they look to reduce tensions.

International attention is usually focused on North Korea’s nuclear weapons program. But Pyongyang’s growing chemical and biological weapons capabilities are worrying Seoul.