State Media Review
A weekly analysis of North Korean state media
North Korea accuses US of extending ‘hegemony’ with new space unit in Japan
An in-depth analysis of criticism of Space Force, Mount Paektu pilgrims, coverage of ROK protests and more
December 13, 2024
North Korea silent on martial law chaos in South as president faces impeachment
An in-depth analysis of lack of coverage on ROK crisis, DPRK-Russia defense pact and ethnic Koreans visiting from Japan
December 6, 2024
North Korea claims Kim Jong Un saved life of man injured in workplace accident
An in-depth analysis of propaganda about ‘fatherly’ leader, military threats, state-funded animation and more
November 29, 2024
North Korea claims mysterious light appeared at night over ‘holy’ Mount Paektu
An in-depth analysis of unexplained natural phenomena, Mother’s Day celebrations and criticism of ROK president
November 22, 2024
North Korea’s newest hydroelectric dam nears completion, 4 years behind schedule
An in-depth analysis of workers’ sacrifices for power plant, editorials denouncing Israel and a reforestation milestone
November 15, 2024
North Korea celebrates soccer dominance after winning U-17 Women’s World Cup
An in-depth analysis of another international championship, Kim Jong Un’s ‘seasonal gifts’ and human rights ‘hypocrites’
November 8, 2024
Another muted anniversary highlights strained North Korea-China ties
An in-depth analysis of ceremonies for Chinese war veterans, criticism of US-ROK air drills and medical care for miners
November 1, 2024
North Korea denounces UN chief’s call for ‘restraint’ amid inter-Korean tensions
An in-depth analysis of criticism of Guterres’ ‘double standards,' Vietnam ties and coverage of anti-Yoon protests
October 25, 2024
More than 1 million youth and students volunteer to join North Korea’s military
An in-depth analysis of ‘angry revengers,’ an amendment to a law on homes for scientists and criticism of US officials
October 18, 2024
Kim Jong Un wishes his ‘closest comrade’ Vladimir Putin a happy birthday
An in-depth analysis of North Korean leader’s letters, criticism of NATO, claims of bumper harvest and a new envoy
October 11, 2024
