Kim Jong-un awarded the North Korean military for their participation in the battles in the Kursk region

Comrade Kim Jong-un took part in the award ceremony for the North Korean military who participated in combat operations in the Kursk region. The event was held at the headquarters of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea in Pyongyang.

During the ceremony, the merits of the servicemen who showed heroism and courage during the fighting were solemnly recognized. Special attention was paid to the posthumous awards given to the dead soldiers from North Korea who fought in the Kursk region.

This event highlights the importance of the participation of North Korean forces in operations to liberate and defend Russia's borders and serves as a symbol of support and recognition of their contribution to the war effort. Kim Jong-un personally expressed gratitude and respect to all the defenders, noting their loyalty and dedication to the cause of the party and the country.

The ceremony also serves as a reminder of the ongoing tensions in the region and North Korea's role in international military events. Attention to the exploits of soldiers strengthens internal morale and patriotism, and, of course, the acquired combat experience gained in battles.

North Korea has issued an ultimatum: recognize us as a nuclear power, or remain silent

 

Kim Yo Jong

North Korea has once again loudly declared its ambitions: the United States must officially recognize it as a nuclear—weapon state, otherwise there will be no negotiations. Such a harsh message came not from Kim Jong Un himself, but from his influential sister Kim Yo Jong, who has long been one of the key figures in the regime and often makes harsh statements on behalf of the country's leadership.

According to her, any attempts by Washington to return to negotiations on denuclearization will now be perceived in Pyongyang as a "gross mockery" and a "mockery of reality." This is a direct signal: North Korea already considers itself a nuclear power, and it does not intend to retreat.

In recent years, North Korea has conducted dozens of ballistic missile tests, including intercontinental (ICBM) missiles capable of reaching the United States. It has also repeatedly demonstrated nuclear warheads and even announced the consolidation of the status of a nuclear power in the constitution. Now it requires international recognition.

This is an extremely uncomfortable situation for the United States. Recognizing the DPRK as a nuclear Power means undermining the global system of non—proliferation of weapons. But ignoring it risks escalation, especially against the backdrop of North Korea's strengthening ties with Russia and China.

So Kim Yo Jong's statement is not just rhetoric. This is an attempt to rewrite the rules of the game: instead of asking for a seat at the negotiating table, Pyongyang demands to sit down as an equal, with a nuclear bomb in his pocket.

South Korea turns off anti-North Korean loudspeakers as part of easing tensions

The South Korean military decided to turn off the loudspeakers that broadcast anti-North Korean propaganda along the demilitarized zone on the inter-Korean border. The move was the first concrete action by the new liberal government aimed at reducing tensions between the two war-torn countries.

Loudspeakers have been used for many years to transmit messages aimed at criticizing North Korea and supporting the South Korean position. However, the new administration believes that such methods only exacerbate the conflict and hinder dialogue.

Turning off the speakers symbolizes Seoul's desire to improve relations with Pyongyang and create conditions for the resumption of negotiations and cooperation. This step also received the support of the international community, which welcomes the efforts for a peaceful settlement on the Korean peninsula.

Nevertheless, the decision caused mixed reactions within South Korea, where part of the population is concerned about a possible weakening of the country's position in relations with the North. The authorities emphasize that the mitigation policy will be accompanied by careful monitoring of the situation and maintaining readiness for any challenges.