2/15/26 National Security and Korean News and Commentary

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National Security News:

Korean News:

1. Defense chief inspects emergency readiness at front-line military unit
2. ＜Inside N. Korea＞ Extra Allowances Paid to “Agitators,” the Regime’s Front-Line Propaganda Specialists — Kim Jong-un Doubles Down on Indoctrination
3. North Hamgyong city mobilizes neighbors to help families facing deadly cold
4. ＜Inside N. Korea＞ Female Workers Head to China – Over 300 from Northern Hyesan Since the Start of the Year – “100 Times Better Than Here” – Chinese Side Urgently Seeks Interpreters
5. N. Korea observes longer Lunar New Year holiday this year, combined with late leader’s birthday
6. Custom of Lunar New Year’s Day – Intangible Cultural Heritage of DPRK
7. Many people visit Paektusan Secret Camp
8. Chinese officials visit N. Korean tourism zone for Lunar New Year
9. S. Korea seeks to form working-level team for preliminary review of U.S. investment projects
10. Editorial: Simultaneous Absence of Frontline Commander and Navy Chief, Is It Truly Sustainable?
11. K-pop icons incorporate national heritage into comeback projects
12. Starbucks Korea expects to add at least 100 outlets this year
13. Kim Yo-jong, Kim Ju-ae Power Struggle Looms in North Korea

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