On Tuesday, North Korea’s ruling party newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, featured on its front page the full statement from Russian President Vladimir Putin expressing gratitude for North Korean troop deployment.
In his message, Putin praised North Korea’s support during the conflict, describing it as an expression of solidarity, justice, and true comradeship. He thanked State Affairs Commission Chairman Kim Jong Un and North Korea’s leadership and people for their backing.
Page 2 reported that Valery Gerasimov, Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, along with foreign ministry officials and military experts, lauded the achievements of North Korean combat units that played a crucial role in liberating the Kursk region. Another article highlighted Kim’s construction initiatives, framing them as patriotic endeavors that shape a civilized future and a cornerstone of long-term national strategy.
Page 3 announced that the North Korean People’s Army, led by Deputy Director Pak Young-il of the General Political Bureau, departed Pyongyang on Monday to attend the 3rd International Anti-Fascist Congress in Russia. A military attaché and Russian embassy officials saw the delegation off at Pyongyang International Airport.
Page 4 showcased lyrics from “My Powerful Motherland,” a song performed during this year’s New Year celebrations. The paper emphasized that a resilient nation thrives and must demonstrate this truth to the world again through the struggles and perseverance, overcoming unprecedented challenges with the power of self-reliance.
Page 5 spotlighted ongoing austerity measures across various sectors. It stated that even small savings accumulate into significant resources, noting that workers across all economic sectors must prioritize increased production and innovation efforts more vigorously than ever. The page also reported the conclusion of the Flower Festival-2025 at the Children’s Palace on Monday.
Page 6 criticized capitalist societies, asserting that unbridled greed exacerbates the crisis in capitalist systems. The newspaper argued that capitalism’s current decline is neither coincidental nor temporary, but rather an inevitable consequence of unchecked capitalist greed and the institutions perpetuating it.