Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea)

New Capabilities

As of September 2026: Expanding uranium enrichment and nuclear weapons production capacity

North Korea has completed a second uranium enrichment facility at Yongbyon, the International Atomic Energy Agency says. The two-storey building can house up to 28 centrifuge cascades, and an expanded annex at Kangson began operating in January 2026.

Updated Sep 10