North Korean Military No Paper Tiger North Korea's active military is one of the largest in the world at 1.2 million men. The troops are backed up by a significant missile arsenal that can hit targets in South Korea, and Japan.

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North Korean Military No Paper Tiger

Special Series

North Korea's Nuclear Push

Pyongyang agrees to disclose its nuclear capabilities, prompting an easing in U.S. sanctions.

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October 16, 20066:00 AM ET

Heard on Morning Edition

North Korea's active military is one of the largest in the world at 1.2 million men. The troops are backed up by a significant missile arsenal that can hit targets in South Korea, and Japan.

Steve Inskeep talks to Joseph Bermudez, Senior Analyst for Jane's Defense Weekly, about North Korea's military capabilities.

Special Series

North Korea's Nuclear Push

Pyongyang agrees to disclose its nuclear capabilities, prompting an easing in U.S. sanctions.