State Media Review
A weekly analysis of North Korean state media
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
Kim Jong Un gives a hero’s welcome to World Cup champion women’s team
An in-depth analysis of praise for North Korean athletes, criticism of Israel, a day for the elderly and more
October 4, 2024
North Korea’s foreign minister denounces US ‘hegemony’ at BRICS forum in Russia
An in-depth analysis of endorsing ‘multipolar’ global order, revision to disaster law and first Kim-Xi letters in months
September 27, 2024
North Korean table tennis players reemerge on state media after safety concerns
An in-depth analysis of the now-famous Olympians, a critical harvest season, praise for state education and more
September 20, 2024
North Korea denounces ‘conspiratorial’ UN report on grave human rights abuses
An in-depth analysis of accusations of double standards, criticism of nuke talks, wayward workers’ confessions and more
September 13, 2024
North Korea slams US for ‘exaggerating’ nuclear threats in updated strategy
An in-depth analysis of US nuke plans, praise for Kim Jong Un’s economic policy and minimizing of Kim Jong Il’s feats
August 30, 2024
