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December 2011 - North Korea Special Weapons News

  • Kim Jong Un Assumes KPA Supreme Commandership KCNA 31 Dec 2011 -- The dear respected Kim Jong Un, vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea, assumed the supreme commandership of the Korean People's Army at the behest of leader Kim Jong Il on Oct. 8 Juche 100 (2011).
  • Report on Meeting of Political Bureau of C.C., WPK KCNA 31 Dec 2011 -- A meeting of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea was held here on Friday.
  • Joint Calls of Central Committee and Central Military Commission of WPK Published KCNA 31 Dec 2011 -- The Central Committee and the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea published joint calls on Saturday on the centenary of birth of President Kim Il Sung.
  • North Korea Officially Names Kim Jong Un Supreme Commander VOA 31 Dec 2011 -- North Korea has officially named Kim Jong Un as supreme commander of the country's military forces, affirming his authority after his father's death.
  • North Korea Warns No Policy Changes Under New Leader VOA 30 Dec 2011 -- For the first time, North Korea is referring to the late Kim Jong Il's son as its 'Great Leader.' Kim Jong Un, who is in his late 20's, is assuming leadership of the impoverished and reclusive country following his father's death, said to have occurred on December 17. The North is also sending a clear message, especially to the South, that it will be business as usual in Pyongyang.
  • Solemn National Memorial Service for Kim Jong Il Held KCNA 29 Dec 2011 -- A solemn national memorial service for Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, chairman of the National Defence Commission of the DPRK and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, was held in Pyongyang Thursday.
  • North Korea Hails Kim Jong Un as 'Supreme Leader' VOA 29 Dec 2011 -- With a distant siren the only sound, an ocean of people bowed silently Thursday before North Korea's Kim Jong Un.
  • North Korean Refugees Seek Freedom Via Thailand VOA 29 Dec 2011 -- Since 2004 the number of North Koreans arriving in Thailand each year has risen from just a few dozen to more than 2,000. North Koreans fleeing oppression in their homeland secretly travel across China and Laos to reach Thailand - where authorities generally do not send them back home. Most refugees eventually end up in South Korea.
  • Ceremony of Bidding Last Farewell to Kim Jong Il Held KCNA 28 Dec 2011 -- A solemn ceremony of bidding last farewell to Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, chairman of the National Defence Commission of the DPRK and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, took place in Pyongyang on Wednesday.
  • North Korea Holds Funeral For 'Dear Leader' RFE/RL 28 Dec 2011 -- Thousands of weeping North Koreans have lined the snowy streets of Pyongyang to pay their last respects to their "Dear Leader," Kim Jong Il, during his state funeral procession.
  • North Korea holds huge funeral for Kim Jong-il RIA Novosti 28 Dec 2011 -- Hundreds of thousands are expected to pay their last respects to former North Korean leader Kim Jong-il as the reclusive country begins a two-day funeral service for its deceased 'dear leader.'
  • North Korea Bids A Snowy, Dramatic Farewell to Kim Jong Il VOA 28 Dec 2011 -- Snowy streets and wails of grief dominated the live broadcast from North Korea state television Wednesday, as the reclusive state bid farewell to its absolute leader, Kim Jong Il. International media were barred from the event.
  • Kim Jong Un Visits Bier of Kim Jong Il KCNA 27 Dec 2011 -- Kim Jong Un, vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea and supreme leader of the party, state and army, Tuesday visited again the bier of leader Kim Jong Il and expressed profound condolences.
  • KCNA Report KCNA 27 Dec 2011 -- News Agency released the following report Tuesday
  • Kim Jong Il Devotes His Life to People, Always in Jacket KCNA 27 Dec 2011 -- In his huge pictures displayed in the mourning sites, leader Kim Jong Il wears plain jacket with a broad smile on his face.
  • Increasing Number of People Mourn Kim Jong Il's Demise KCNA 27 Dec 2011 -- Since it was reported that leader Kim Jong Il passed away suddenly on Dec. 17, the number of people coming to mourning sites has increased day by day.
  • Papers Call for Glorifying Kim Jong Il's Feats for Building Socialist Power KCNA 27 Dec 2011 -- Papers of the DPRK Tuesday, in editorials dedicated to its Socialist Constitution Day, call on all the people to eternally glorify the feats performed by leader Kim Jong Il in building a socialist power.
  • DPRK Socialist Constitution Provided by President Kim Il Sung KCNA 27 Dec 2011 -- In the DPRK the history of the popular constitution began along with the founding of the republic by President Kim Il Sung.
  • China, South Korea Hold Talks on North VOA 27 Dec 2011 -- China and South Korea held strategy talks in what they promise will be increased communication aimed at ensuring the peninsula's stability. And two South Korean delegations have returned home after delivering personal condolences in Pyongyang to new North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for the death of his father Kim Jong Il.
  • Kim Jong Un Visits Again Bier of Kim Jong Il KCNA 26 Dec 2011 -- Kim Jong Un, vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea and sagacious leader of the party, state and army of the DPRK, together with servicepersons and people from all walks of life, Monday visited again the bier of fatherly leader Kim Jong Il and expressed profound condolences.
  • KCNA Report on Inspection by Kim Jong Il with Dedication KCNA 26 Dec 2011 -- The Korean Central News Agency released a report Monday on the general offensive for Juche (100)2011, led by Kim Jong Il who made forced march till the last moments of his life.
  • S. Korean Mourners' Groups Visit Bier of Kim Jong Il KCNA 26 Dec 2011 -- Ri Hui Ho, widow of former south Korean President Kim Dae Jung, and her party and Hyon Jong Un, chairwoman of Hyundai Group, and her party Monday paid respects to the bier of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • New North Korean Leader Meets Key South Korean Delegation VOA 26 Dec 2011 -- Newly-anointed North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met Monday in Pyongyang with a private delegation of prominent South Koreans, in his first public encounter with foreign visitors since the death of his father was announced last week.
  • New North Korean Leader Assumes Another Top Post VOA 26 Dec 2011 -- North Korea's leading state-run newspaper indicated Monday that Kim Jong Il's heir has assumed another top post.
  • China, Japan Urge Stability on Korean Peninsula VOA 26 Dec 2011 -- The leaders of China and Japan have reaffirmed their commitment to stability on the Korean peninsula, as Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda Monday ended a two-day visit to Beijing.
  • Increasing Number of People Visit Bier of Kim Jong Il KCNA 25 Dec 2011 -- An endless stream of mourners in bitter sorrow is flowing to the Kumsusan Memorial Palace where the bier of leader Kim Jong Il lies.
  • KPA Servicepersons Visit Bier of Kim Jong Il KCNA 25 Dec 2011 -- Servicepersons of the Korean People's Army Sunday visited the Kumsusan Memorial Palace where the bier of leader Kim Jong Il is placed and expressed condolences on his demise.
  • Mourners Touched by Kim Jong Un's Special Measures KCNA 25 Dec 2011 -- With all the people lamenting over the demise of leader Kim Jong Il, Kim Jong Un, vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea, took special measures to set up more service facilities for mourners' health around the mourning sites.
  • Warm Care Shown by Kim Jong Un KCNA 25 Dec 2011 -- Kim Jong Un, vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea, made sure with his loving care on Sunday that a large quantity of sugar was sent to mobile service networks in the wake of taking a measure to provide convenience to the people visiting outdoor mourning stations in grief over the great loss to the nation on a top priority basis under any circumstances.
  • Koreans Deeply Touched by Measures for Mourners' Health KCNA 25 Dec 2011 -- A few days ago, Kim Jong Un, vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea, took measures to install more medical and service facilities in mourning sites, afraid of the health of people coming to mourn the demise of leader Kim Jong Il in cold days.
  • Korean People Vow to Remain Faithful to Kim Jong Un KCNA 25 Dec 2011 -- Korean people have seen on TV Kim Jong Un, vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea, expressing deep condolences and standing guard of honor beside the bier of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Korean People Vow to Uphold Kim Jong Un's Leadership KCNA 25 Dec 2011 -- All the Korean servicepersons and people, seized with grief at the sudden demise of leader Kim Jong Il, vow to closely rally around Kim Jong Un, vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea, and remain faithful to his Songun (military-first) revolutionary leadership.
  • 30000 Service Stands and 10000 Medical Posts Set up KCNA 25 Dec 2011 -- One week has passed since Koreans lost leader Kim Jong Il, father of the nation.
  • People Regrettable for Not Having Set up Kim Jong Il's Statue KCNA 25 Dec 2011 -- The Korean people, stricken with grief at the demise of leader Kim Jong Il, are remorseful for not having erected his statue in his lifetime.
  • Korean Children Miss Kim Jong Il KCNA 25 Dec 2011 -- Looking at children of Chungsong Kindergarten No. 1 in Rangnang District, Pyongyang booming out the words of a song with their eyes full of tears, people were deeply touched by the song.
  • Let's Become Eternal Comrades of Kim Jong Il KCNA 25 Dec 2011 -- The Korean people are called upon by a political essay of Rodong Sinmun Sunday to become eternal revolutionary comrades of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Large Buses Appear in Mourning Site to Warm Mourners KCNA 25 Dec 2011 -- Large buses have appeared in the mourning site in front of the Hana Music Information Center with a large picture of Kim Jong Il with a broad smile on his face hung in its facade.
  • Japan Asks China For Help on North Korea VOA 25 Dec 2011 -- Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda has reached out to China for help in working with North Korea to promote regional stability, following the death of longtime North Korean leader Kim Jong Il.
  • North Korean media calls late leader's son Kim Jong-un 'Supreme Commander' RIA Novosti 25 Dec 2011 -- North Korean state media has called Kim Jong Un, the son of the late leader Kim Jong-Il 'The Supreme Commander,' referring to the new leader tightening control over the country's army, Euronews reported on Sunday.
  • Kim Jong Un Visits Bier of Kim Jong Il KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Kim Jong Un, vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea and supreme leader of the revolutionary armed forces of the DPRK, together with members of the WPK Central Military Commission and the National Defence Commission of the DPRK, major commanding officers of the KPA, staff members of the KPA Supreme Command and commanding officers of KPA large combined units, Saturday visited the bier of leader Kim Jong Il and expressed profound condolences.
  • Pyongyangites Mourn Demise of Kim Jong Il Every day KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Pyongyangites continue visiting mourning places at their units every day in bitter grief and express deepest condolences over the demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Pyongyang Railway Station Inundated with Mourners KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Pyongyang Railway Station is crowded with people as usual but they are not passengers.
  • Kim Jong Un Takes Measures for Mourners' Health KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Since it was reported on Monday that leader Kim Jong Il passed away so suddenly, all Pyongyang citizens have visited mourning sites in various parts of the city to express deep condolences before his large pictures with a broad smile on his face.
  • Korean People Seized with Bitter Grief at Loss of Their Leader KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Smile has faded away from the faces of the Korean people from 12:00 Monday.
  • Portraits of Smiling Kim Jong Il Displayed in Provincial Seats KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Portraits of smiling Kim Jong Il were displayed at all provincial seats reflecting the ardent desire of all servicepersons and people. This helps them draw inspiration from the benevolent image of the peerlessly great man.
  • Local People Mourn Demise of Kim Jong Il Every Day KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- An increasing number of people are turning out to mourn the demise of leader Kim Jong Il upon hearing the sad news.
  • Workers of Metal Industrial Sector Effort for Increased Production KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Korean workers of the metal industrial sector are turning out in the effort for implementing the behests of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Korean People Get over Their Leader's Demise KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Stillness has no longer persisted in Pyongyang Saturday morning, a week after the demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Iron-willed Brilliant Commander Kim Jong Il KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Today marks the 20th anniversary of Kim Jong Il's assumption of the supreme commandership of the Korean People's Army.
  • Kim Jong Il's Feats in Strengthening Army KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Supreme Commander Kim Jong Il strengthened the Korean People's Army (KPA) into a revolutionary strong one equipped with modern offensive and defensive means capable of defeating any powerful enemy.
  • Songun-based Leadership Carried Forward by Kim Jong Il KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Leader Kim Jong Il was an illustrious commander who creditably carried forward the tradition of Songun (army-first) leadership, the Juche-based revolutionary tradition which is an eternal treasure of the Korean revolution.
  • Kim Jong Il's Warm Love for Soldiers KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- December 24 marks the 20th anniversary of Kim Jong Il's assumption of the supreme commandership of the Korean People's Army.
  • Korean People Miss Supreme Commander KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Today marks the 20th anniversary of Kim Jong Il's assumption of the supreme commandership of the Korean People's Army.
  • Kim Jong Il, Great General of Korea KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Today marks the 20th anniversary of Kim Jong Il as supreme commander of the Korean People's Army.
  • Kim Jong Il's Life Based on Comradeship KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Leader Kim Jong Il, born with a noble disposition of the Mangyongdae family members to devote their all to others, not to themselves, did all he could for his comrades in his lifetime.
  • Revolutionary Cause of Juche Sure to Be Accomplished KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- December 24 is the significant day when leader Kim Jong Il assumed the supreme commandership of the Korean People's Army 20 years ago. This year the servicepersons and people of the DPRK are commemorating this day with bitter sorrow and grief over his demise, a great loss to the nation.
  • Songun Revolutionary Exploits of Kim Jong Il Will Shine KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- The army and people of the DPRK mark December 24 this year weeping bitterly in the biggest sorrow at the untimely loss of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • All Koreans Pay Highest Tribute to Kim Jong Il KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- The image, footprints and voice of leader Kim Jong Il are deeply enshrined in the minds of the Korean people.
  • Bean Milk Workshop Associated with Kim Jong Il's View of Children KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- The Pyongyang Children's Foodstuff Factory has a large-scale bean milk workshop built for children on the initiative of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Birds Hover over Mourning Site in Pyongyang KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Birds have hovered over the plaza of the April 25 House of Culture, crowded with people mourning the demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Snowfall Makes Koreans Sorely Miss Kim Jong Il KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- December 24 marks the 20th anniversary of Kim Jong Il as supreme commander of the Korean People's Army.
  • Songs Reflect Strong Will of Korean People KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- The DPRK's TV and radio broadcast songs 'Hold High the Red Flag', 'Song of Comradeship' and 'We'll Travel One Road Forever' when the whole world is mourning the demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Korea Will Accomplish Cause of Songun under Kim Jong Un KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- The Korean people will accomplish the cause of the Songun revolution to the end, definitely calling Kim Jong Un supreme commander, true to the oath they took before the bier of leader Kim Jong Il in bitter tears.
  • Kim Jong Il's Assumption of KPA Supreme Commandership Observed KCNA 24 Dec 2011 -- Rodong Sinmun Saturday editorially observes the 20th anniversary of assumption of supreme commandership of the Korean People's Army by leader Kim Jong Il, invincible and iron-willed commander. His gain of one victory after another is a shining review of Kim Jong Il's glorious history of Songun revolution, the editorial notes, and goes on:
  • North Korea Hails Late Kim's Son as 'Supreme Commander' VOA 24 Dec 2011 -- North Korea's state media on Saturday hailed Kim Jong Un as 'supreme commander' of the military, in a sign that the Stalinist nation's second generational transition of power is going smoothly.
  • North Korea Warns South to Respect Late Leader VOA 23 Dec 2011 -- North Korea accused the South Friday of an intolerable response to the death of supreme leader Kim Jong Il by expressing sympathy for the North Korean people, but deciding not to send a government delegation to Kim's funeral next week.
  • Kim Jong Un Visits Bier of Kim Jong Il to Express Profound Condolences KCNA 23 Dec 2011 -- Kim Jong Un, vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea, Friday visited the bier of leader Kim Jong Il again, carrying with him the unbounded yearning of all servicepersons and people of the country for him, and expressed profound condolences.
  • Koreans Miss Kim Jong Il KCNA 23 Dec 2011 -- The Korean people, stricken with grief at the demise of leader Kim Jong Il, are sorely missing him.
  • Kim Jong Il and Red Flag KCNA 23 Dec 2011 -- The bier of leader Kim Jong Il is draped in the red flag.
  • Servicepersons, Officials, Working People Pay Condolences to Kim Jong Il KCNA 23 Dec 2011 -- Men and officers of the Korean People's Army and the Korean People's Internal Security Forces, officials of ministries and national institutions, officials and working people of North Phyongan, South Hwanghae and Kangwon provinces and former unconverted long-term prisoners visited the Kumsusan Memorial Palace Friday to pay condolences over demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Cause of Kim Jong Il Is Sure to Be Accomplished KCNA 23 Dec 2011 -- Leader Kim Jong Il is missed more ardently in the DPRK with the passage of time.
  • Kim Jong Un Expresses Condolences to Bier of Kim Jong Il: Foreign Media KCNA 22 Dec 2011 -- Foreign media and internet reported on Dec. 20 and 21 the news that Kim Jong Un, vice-chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea, expressed deep condolences to the bier of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • South Korea Will Allow Citizens to Send Condolences to North VOA 22 Dec 2011 -- The South Korean government has not offered North Korea official condolences about the death of ruler Kim Jong Il, but it is allowing private citizens and organizations to express their sympathy by granting rare cross-border contact. The decision does not sit well with some activist groups who say no one should feel sorry about the loss of a dictator.
  • North Korea Ushers In Kim Jong Un Era VOA 22 Dec 2011 -- North Korea proclaimed the beginning of the Kim Jong Un era Thursday, describing the son of deceased leader Kim Jong Il as the 'successor' of the nation's revolutionary undertakings 'and leader of its people.'
  • Kim Jong Il Will Always Be with Us KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- Portraits of smiling Kim Jong Il set up in plazas in Pyongyang are being visited by an endless stream of mourners.
  • Kim Jong Il's Life Bright as Snow KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- Snow fell over Pyongyang on Wednesday when its citizens are overwhelmed with bitter sorrow and grief over the loss of the sun of the nation.
  • Kim Jong Il's Field Jacket Cherished in Hearts of People KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- Portraits of smiling Kim Jong Il in simple khaki jacket were set up in various places of Pyongyang Tuesday.
  • Rodong Sinmun on Kim Jong Il's Feats for National Reunification KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- Leader Kim Jong Il was the father of the nation, peerless patriot and outstanding leader who performed immortal feats in the cause of the country's reunification with his great patriotic devotion since he embarked on the sacred road of the struggle for the country and the nation.
  • People Vow Their Loyalty at Kumsusan Memorial Palace KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- An increasing number of people are visiting the Kumsusan Memorial Palace where the bier of leader Kim Jong Il is placed.
  • Increasing Number of People Visit Mourning Sites KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- Mourning sites can be seen here and there in the DPRK being visited by an increasing number of people from all walks of life and school youth and children. They are ardently yearning for leader Kim Jong Il in bitter grief.
  • Endless Stream of Mourners Visit Bier of Kim Jong Il KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- A great number of people visited the Kumsusan Memorial Palace, where the bier of leader Kim Jong Il is placed, to express condolences on Tuesday.
  • New Stamps Issued to Mark Anniversary of Kim Jong Il as Supreme Commander KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- The State Stamp Bureau of the DPRK issued stamps on the 20th anniversary of leader Kim Jong Il's assumption of the supreme commandership of the Korean People's Army (December 24).
  • 'Such Biggest Loss Can't Happen, Unbelievable' KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- At 1:00 a.m. on Dec. 21 snow fell on the plaza of Pyongyang Indoor Stadium where the portrait of smiling leader Kim Jong Il is displayed.
  • Unforgettable Last Days of Kim Jong Il's Life KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- The weather data on the last days of leader Kim Jong Il's revolutionary activities are moving the hearts of all the Korean people.
  • Korean People Ardently Yearn for Kim Jong Il KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- The Korean people's voices yearning for leader Kim Jong Il are growing louder as they are overwhelmed by great sorrow at the loss of the benevolent father of the nation.
  • Korean People Make Uninterrupted Efforts to Build Thriving Nation KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- The army and people of the DPRK are seized with the bitterest grief over the greatest loss to the nation but they are now rising up to the hard time, holding back tears, to push forward the drive to build a thriving nation.
  • Pyongyangites Feel Extremely Regretful KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- 'After displaying the portrait of smiling leader Kim Jong Il at the plaza of Pyongyang Indoor Stadium I can't raise my head and watch the sun in the sky, feeling guilty for failing to fulfill the responsibility as an official and filial duty as a soldier and disciple,' said Jon Yong Gun, 52, manager of the Pyongyang Indoor Stadium. This reflects the guilty conscience of Pyongyangites who failed to erect a statue of Kim Jong Il in any place of the country.
  • Koreans Rise up Determined to Work Harder KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- The Korean working people call leader Kim Jong Il in chocking voice upon hearing that he passed away from sudden illness. They are now suppressing their grief and rising up with determination.
  • People of North Phyongan Province Pledge Loyalty to Kim Jong Un KCNA 21 Dec 2011 -- Grief-stricken people in North Phyongan Province, DPRK are calling leader Kim Jong Il, father of the nation, in heartrending voices upon hearing the sad news that he passed away of a sudden illness.
  • In North Korea, Millions Mourn Death of 'Dear Leader' VOA 21 Dec 2011 -- North Korea appeared calm Wednesday as the nation mourned the death of Kim Jong Il, and continued the transition of leadership to his son, Kim Jong Un.
  • Kim Jong Il's Wish KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- Leader Kim Jong Il dedicated himself to the happiness of the people all his life.
  • Kim Jong Il, Great Father of People KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- At noon of December 19 a woman TV announcer of the DPRK informed with tears the saddest news that leader Kim Jong Il passed away of a sudden.
  • Kim Jong Il's Field Guidance Associated with Loving Care for People KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- Leader Kim Jong Il died on a train from great mental and physical strain caused by his ceaseless journey of field guidance for building a prosperous and powerful country.
  • Kim Jong Il's Preoccupation KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- The Korean people find it hard to repress bitter grief upon hearing the news that leader Kim Jong Il passed away of a sudden disease on a running train for field guidance.
  • Kim Jong Il's Feats for National Reunification KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- Leader Kim Jong Il, father of the nation and lodestar of national reunification, devoted all his life to guiding all Koreans to the road of independence and great national unity.
  • Kim Jong Il Was Defender of Justice KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- Leader Kim Jong Il passed away to the people's grief before seeing the victory of the cause of building a thriving nation, reunification of the country and accomplishment of the revolutionary cause of Juche. The feats he performed by winning a victory after victory with his Songun politics, however, are recorded in the history of the country.
  • Kim Jong Il's Life, One of Heroic Great Man KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- The DPRK has turned into the sea of tears and grief.
  • Country, Veritable Sea of Mourners KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- No sooner had the sad news of the demise of leader Kim Jong Il been reported than every worksite, family, street and village associated with his footprints turned into a veritable sea of mourners.
  • Korean People's Wailing Voices Rock Heaven and Earth KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- People's wailing voices are rocking heaven and earth in the DPRK after the release of the news that leader Kim Jong Il passed away from sudden illness in the middle of his tour for field guidance.
  • Brilliant Life of Peerless Patriot KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- The Korean people are stricken with indescribably bitter grief at the sad news of the sudden demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • People in S. Hamgyong Province Grieve over Loss of Father of Nation KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- The people in South Hamgyong Province are now stricken with deep grief, upon hearing the sad news that leader Kim Jong Il passed away of a sudden illness on his way to field guidance.
  • Korean People in Grief at Loss of Their Leader KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- People in North Hwanghae Province of the DPRK are ardently calling leader Kim Jong Il, father of the nation, in bitter sorrow over his sudden demise.
  • People in Jagang Province Vow Loyalty to Kim Jong Un KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- The land of Jagang is stricken with deep grief at the loss of leader Kim Jong Il who devoted all his life to the freedom and happiness of the people, reunification of the nation and human cause of independence.
  • Korean People Overcome Sorrow with Courage KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- The Korean people are in bitter grief and sorrow over the sad news of the sudden demise of leader Kim Jong Il on Dec. 17, Juche 100 (2011).
  • Employees of Kwangbok Area Supermarket Grieve over Demise of Kim Jong Il KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- All Koreans are lamenting over the unexpected demise of leader Kim Jong Il, the great loss to the nation.
  • North Hamgyong Province Grieves over Demise of Kim Jong Il KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- People in North Hamgyong Province are overwhelmed with grief over the sudden demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Yearning for Leader Grows Stronger in DPRK KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- One day has passed after the sad news that leader Kim Jong Il passed away.
  • Local Inhabitants of DPRK Express Resolve to Remain True to Kim Jong Il′s Intention KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- People in South Hwanghae Province of the DPRK are visiting the statue of President Kim Il Sung with bitter sorrow at the demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Portraits of Smiling Kim Jong Il Displayed in Various Parts of Pyongyang KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- Portraits of smiling leader Kim Jong Il were displayed at Kim Il Sung Square, the plaza of the April 25 House of Culture, the Party Founding Memorial Tower, the plaza of the Pyongyang Indoor Stadium and other places of Pyongyang Tuesday.
  • Kim Jong Un Mourns over Demise of Kim Jong Il (Flash) KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- A solemn ceremony took place in Pyongyang Tuesday to mourn before the bier of Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army at a time when the whole country is in the bitter sorrow at the unexpected sad news of his demise.
  • Kim Jong Un Pays Condolences to Bier of Kim Jong Il KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- A solemn ceremony took place in Pyongyang Tuesday to mourn before the bier of Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army at a time when the whole country is in the bitter sorrow at the unexpected sad news of his demise.
  • Kim Jong Un Is Mental Mainstay of Korean People KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- Upon hearing the important report that leader Kim Jong Il passed away so suddenly to their regret, the Korean people now pledge themselves to remain true to the leadership of General Kim Jong Un while overcoming the greatest sorrow of the nation and displaying redoubled strength and courage.
  • Young Koreans Vow to Be Loyal to Kim Jong Un KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- 'General Kim Jong Un is the prominent leader of our party, army and people. We will remain faithful to his leadership under whatever circumstances with deep trust in him only.'
  • People Mourn Demise of Kim Jong Il KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- Officials of party, armed forces and power bodies, working people's organizations, ministries and national institutions, servicepersons of the Korean People's Army and the chief of the Pyongyang Mission of the Anti-Imperialist National Democratic Front expressed profound condolences to the bier of leader Kim Jong Il on Tuesday.
  • People of DPRK Mourn over Demise of Their Leader KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- Upon hearing the sad news of sudden demise of leader Kim Jong Il, servicepersons, working people from all walks of life and school youth and children of the DPRK have visited mourning sites across the country to express deep condolences in the bitterest grief.
  • At Least Five Million Pyongyangites Mourn Demise of Kim Jong Il KCNA 20 Dec 2011 -- From noon on Dec. 19 when the sad news of leader Kim Jong Il's demise was reported to the noon next day a total of more than five million citizens of Pyongyang visited the statues and portraits of the peerlessly great persons and mosaics depicting them and other places to mourn his demise.
  • S. Korea Offers Condolences to North VOA 20 Dec 2011 -- South Korea has offered its condolences to the North Korean people a day after the world learned of the death of ruler Kim Jong Il. The Seoul government was caught off guard by the news of his passing, amounting to what some say is an intelligence failure. The South is scrapping plans to turn on provocative Christmas lights along the demilitarized zone.
  • China Recognizes Kim Jong Un as North Korea's Next Leader VOA 20 Dec 2011 -- Kim Jong il's son Kim Jong Un joined top North Korean officials visiting his father's glass casket in Pyongyang Tuesday. Stephanie Ho reports from Beijing that as North Koreans mourned the elder Kim, China formally recognized his designated heir as the country's next leader.
  • Kim Jong Il's Son Pays Last Respects at Open Casket VOA 20 Dec 2011 -- North Korea's apparent new leader Kim Jong Un visited Pyongyang's presidential mausoleum Tuesday to pay his respects to his father, Kim Jong Il, whose death on Saturday sparked an enormous public outpouring of grief in the closed communist nation.
  • Kim Jong Il Passes Away (Urgent) KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission and supreme commander of the Korean People's Army, passed away from a great mental and physical strain at 08:30 December 17, 2011, on train during a field guidance tour.
  • Notice to All Party Members, Servicepersons and People KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- The Central Committee and the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea, the National Defence Commission of the DPRK, the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly and the Cabinet of the DPRK on Saturday announced the following notice to all party members, servicepersons and people:
  • Medical Analysis of Kim Jong Il's Demise KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- Leader Kim Jong Il had received medical treatment for his cardiac and cerebrovascular diseases for a long period.
  • National Funeral Committee Formed KCNA 19 Dec 2011
  • Notice of National Funeral Committee KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- The National Funeral Committee released a following notice on Saturday:
  • Korean People Stricken with Bitter Grief KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- The Korean people are stricken with bitter grief upon hearing the sad news that leader Kim Jong Il passed away of a sudden disease on his way of field guidance at 08:30 on December 17. This news of the great loss to the nation came like a bolt from the blue.
  • Kim Jong Il Will Always Live KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- Leader Kim Jong Il, the great father of the Korean people, passed away too suddenly.
  • Idea and Exploits of Kim Jong Il Are Immortal KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- Now all the servicepersons and people of the DPRK are overcome with deep yearning and remembrance of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Korean People Stay up All Night, Deeply Grieved over Kim Jong Il's Demise KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- The important notice that leader Kim Jong Il passed away to all people's sorrow struck the whole country with bitter grief over the great loss to the nation.
  • Pyongyangites Call Kim Jong Il in Chocking Voices KCNA 19 Dec 2011
  • KPA Servicepersons and People of DPRK Vow to Remain True to Leadership of Kim Jong Un KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- An important notice that leader Kim Jong Il passed away to the people's sorrow was made public at this noon.
  • We Are under Respected Kim Jong Un KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- The sad news that leader Kim Jong Il passed away of a sudden illness on his way of field guidance was reported at this noon in the DPRK.
  • Korean People Fully Determined to Win Final Victory under Leadership of Kim Jong Un KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- Upon hearing the sad news that leader Kim Jong Il passed away, the whole country is seized with bitter grief and sorrow over the big loss.
  • Journeys to Mix with People Will Go on Forever KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- The whole country was shocked to hear the news that leader Kim Jong Il passed away of a sudden disease on train while making his indefatigable efforts for the prosperity of the country and its people's happiness.
  • Message of Condolences from China KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- The Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, the WPK Central Military Commission, the National Defence Commission of the DPRK, the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly of the DPRK and the DPRK Cabinet received a message from the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, the Standing Committee of the Chinese National People's Congress, the State Council and the Central Military Commission of the People's Republic of China on Monday expressing condolences over the demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Chinese FM Spokesman Mourns Demise of Kim Jong Il KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- A spokesman for the Chinese foreign ministry issued a statement Monday on the demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Chinese FM Mourns Demise of Kim Jong Il KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi Monday expressed deep condolences over the demise of leader Kim Jong Il.
  • Message of Condolences to Kim Jong Un from Russian President KCNA 19 Dec 2011 -- President of the Russian Federation D. Medvedev Monday sent a message of condolences to General Kim Jong Un.
  • DPR Korea: UN Member States voice alarm at human rights, humanitarian situations UN News Centre 19 Dec 2011 -- United Nations Member States today expressed deep concern at both persistent reports of 'systematic, widespread and grave' human rights violations in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and the precarious humanitarian situation inside the Asian country.
  • In wake of leader's death, Ban says UN will continue to help people of DPR Korea UN News Centre 19 Dec 2011 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon extended his sympathy today to the mourning citizens of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) upon learning of the passing of their leader, Kim Jong-il, who died on Saturday.
  • Pentagon Closely Monitors North Korea After Kim's Death VOA 19 Dec 2011 -- The U.S. Defense Department is closely watching events on the Korean Peninsula after the death of North Korean leader Kim Jong Il. U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has been touch with South Korean military officials in the hours after Kim's death.
  • US, Japan Call for Peaceful Transition in North Korea VOA 19 Dec 2011 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and her Japanese counterpart, Foreign Minister Koichiro Gemba, on Monday urged a peaceful transition in North Korea following the death of North Korean leader Kim Jong Il. The development has delayed a U.S. decision on whether to provide new food aid to North Korea.
  • Europe Cautious in Reaction to Kim Jong-Il's Death VOA 19 Dec 2011 -- European officials reacted with a mix of hope and watchfulness to the death of North Korean leader Kim Jong Il and apparent power transition to his son.
  • North Korea's Sudden Power Shift Raises Uncertainty VOA 19 Dec 2011 -- The death of longtime North Korean leader Kim Jong Il and promotion of his untested son Kim Jong Un as his successor is fueling uncertainty about the secretive and impoverished state. Our reporter looks at how North Korea's leadership transition may unfold and how that process may affect Pyongyang's domestic reforms and relations with regional powers.
  • S. Korea Calls for Calm Following Kim Jong Il Death VOA 19 Dec 2011 -- The South Korean government is calling for calm following the death of North Korean ruler Kim Jong-il. The announcement today by the North Korea's official broadcasting service caught most South Koreans by surprise and now casts uncertainty over future engagement with Pyongyang.
  • U.S.-South Korean Consults Follow Kim's Death AFPS 19 Dec 2011 -- U.S. officials are carefully watching the situation on the Korean Peninsula in the wake of news that North Korean dictator Kim Jong-il has died.
  • MOFA forms task forces following North Korean leader's death CNA 19 Dec 2011 -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has formed special task forces in response to the death of the North Korean leader to keep a close eye on developments on the Korean Peninsula and security in East Asia, an official said Monday.
  • No official response from MAC on death of North Korean leader CNA 19 Dec 2011 -- Taiwan's agency tasked with handling matters related to China declined Monday to comment on whether the death of North Korea leader Kim Jong ll will affect cross-Taiwan Strait relations.
  • President calls for calm over North Korean leader's death CNA 19 Dec 2011 -- President Ma Ying-jeou said Monday that the people of Taiwan need not be panicked by the death of North Korean leader Kim Jong Il, as it is not expected to have a strong impact on Taiwan's diplomacy or defenses in the short term.
  • PLA sends soldiers to North Korean border: human rights center CNA 19 Dec 2011 -- The Chinese military has sent 2,000 soldiers to the border close to North Korea shortly after the death of North Korean leader Kim Jong-il, according to a human rights center.
  • Taiwan watching situation after North Korean leader's death: Ma CNA 19 Dec 2011 -- President Ma Ying-jeou said Monday the government will closely monitor developments on the Korean Peninsula and in East Asia following the death of North Korean leader Kim Jong Il, but he did not expect Kim's death to have a major impact on Taiwan.
  • Larijani sends condolence message to North Korean government, nation IRNA 19 Dec 2011 -- Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani in a message to his North Korean counterpart on Monday expressed condolences over the death of that country's leader Comerade Kim Jong Il.
  • North Korea Announces Death Of Leader Kim Jong Il RFE/RL 19 Dec 2011 -- The death of North Korea's reclusive leader Kim Jong Il and a national period of mourning have been announced on state media, setting off a deluge of images of grief-stricken citizens reacting to the news.
  • Korean media calls leader's son Kim Jong-un 'great successor' RIA Novosti 19 Dec 2011 -- North Korea's state news agency KCNA has called the late leader Kim Jong-il's son, Jong-un, a 'great successor.'
  • Moscow hopes Kim Jong-il's death leaves ties with N.Korea unaffected RIA Novosti 19 Dec 2011 -- The death of North Korean leader Kim Jong-il should not impair relations between Russia and North Korea, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Monday.
  • Kim Jong Il Dead at Age 69 VOA 19 Dec 2011 -- The secretive leader of North Korea, Kim Jong-il, is dead at the age of 69.
  • World Reacts To Kim Jong Il Death VOA 19 Dec 2011 -- The United States and Europe are reacting with caution to the death of North Korean leader Kim Jong Il, with Washington reaffirming its commitment to stability on the Korean peninsula and European leaders voicing guarded hope for change.
  • North Korean Heir Apparent an Enigma VOA 19 Dec 2011 -- Kim Jong Il's heir apparent - his third son Kim Jong Un - has risen to power swiftly in North Korea since being made a four-star general one year ago. But he is even more of an enigma than his late father.
  • North Korean leader Kim Jong-il dies aged 69 - agency RIA Novosti 19 Dec 2011 -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-il died at the age of 69, South Korea's Yonhap news agency said on Monday.
  • Rodong Sinmun Calls for Qualitative Progress in Economic Construction KCNA 17 Dec 2011 -- All the officials, party members and other working people should push ahead with the industrial revolution of the new century and usher in a rosy morrow of Songun Korea under the guidance of the great Workers' Party of Korea.
  • All Koreans Urged to Preserve National Independence in Reunification Movement: Rodong Sinmun KCNA 17 Dec 2011 -- The triumph of the cause of national reunification hinges on encouraging all Koreans to pool their efforts in the vigorous movement for it while adhering to the principle of national independence.
  • U.S., S. Korean Mechanized Forces Stage Anti-DPRK Exercises KCNA 17 Dec 2011 -- The U.S. imperialist aggression forces and the south Korean puppet army staged joint military exercises in Mugon-ri drill ground in Phaju, Kyonggi Province on Dec. 15 for mounting a preemptive attack on the DPRK by mobilizing mechanized forces, according to Yonhap News of south Korea.
  • US, North Korea to Discuss New American Food Aid VOA 14 Dec 2011 -- U.S. and North Korean envoys meet in Beijing to discuss a possible resumption of U.S. food aid to the reclusive communist state.
  • Rodong Sinmun on South Korean Policy KCNA 13 Dec 2011 -- Whoever is concerned about the destiny of the nation should not turn aside from the country's reunification.
  • Kim Jong Il Commands Firing Drill of KPA Large Combined Unit 966 KCNA 13 Dec 2011 -- Kim Jong Il commanded a firing drill of the Large Combined Unit 966 of the Korean People's Army.
  • Japan Should Not Interrupt DPRK's Peaceful Nuclear Activities KCNA 12 Dec 2011 -- The Japanese lobbied for the adoption of a resolution voicing "concerns" over the DPRK's enrichment and light water reactor.
  • Kim Jong Il Gives Field Guidance to South Hamgyong Province KCNA 10 Dec 2011 -- General Secretary Kim Jong Il provided field guidance to different domains of Hamhung City, South Hamgyong Province.
  • Kim Jong Il Enjoys Performance Given by Art Squad of KPA Large Combined Unit KCNA 09 Dec 2011 -- Supreme Commander of the Korean People's Army Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission, enjoyed a performance given by the art squad of KPA Large Combined Unit 324.
  • Economic Zone Law Enacted in DPRK KCNA 09 Dec 2011 -- The DPRK adopted law on the economic zone on Hwanggumphyong and Wihwa islets in the River Amnok, according to a decree issued by the Presidium of the Supreme People's Assembly some days ago.
  • Korean-style Socialism Is Biggest Gain in 100-year History of Kim Il Sung's Korea--Rodong Sinmun KCNA 09 Dec 2011 -- Korean-style socialism centered on the popular masses is the great choice and sum in the history of 100 years under the Juche calendar, says Rodong Sinmun Friday in a bylined article.
  • DPRK Premier Makes Field Survey of Hwanghae Iron and Steel Complex KCNA 08 Dec 2011 -- DPRK Premier Choe Yong Rim on Thursday made field survey of the Hwanghae Iron and Steel Complex.
  • Many Modern Fruit Farms Built in DPRK KCNA 08 Dec 2011 -- Many fruit farms have been built on a modern basis in the DPRK.
  • Art Performance Given by Company Soldiers KCNA 07 Dec 2011 -- An art performance is being given by company soldiers who proved successful at the 35th servicepersons' art festival of the Korean People's Army at the People's Palace of Culture here before a capacity audience.
  • DPRK Gov't Pays Deep Care to Disabled KCNA 07 Dec 2011 -- The Government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea pays deep care to the disabled to improve their living conditions, said Kim Mun Chol, vice-chairman of the C.C., the Korean Federation for the Protection of the Disabled.
  • New Song Encourages Korean People in Construction Projects KCNA 07 Dec 2011 -- A new song was created in the DPRK recently. The song was written by Yun Tu Gun and composed by U Jong Hui.
  • Rodong Sinmun on Korean Nation-First Spirit KCNA 07 Dec 2011 -- The Korean nation-first spirit is the mental source for realizing independence of the nation, says Rodong Sinmun Wednesday in a bylined article.
  • Kim Jong Il Enjoys Art Performance Given by Company Servicepersons of KPA KCNA 06 Dec 2011 -- Supreme Commander of the Korean People's Army Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission, enjoyed an art performance given by servicepersons of companies under KPA Units 762, 966, 630, 337 and 233 who proved successful at the 35th servicepersons' art festival of the KPA.
  • Traditions of Juche Are Eternal Treasure of Socialist Korea--Rodong Sinmun KCNA 06 Dec 2011 -- The revolutionary traditions of Juche are a lifeline of Kim Il Sung's nation and eternal wealth of Songun Korea.
  • Choe Yong Rim Acquaints Himself with Chollima Steel Complex KCNA 06 Dec 2011 -- DPRK Premier Choe Yong Rim acquainted himself with the work at the Chollima Steel Complex on Tuesday.
  • Achievements in Economic Construction of DPRK: Delegation Head KCNA 05 Dec 2011 -- The head of the DPRK delegation, addressing the 14th meeting of the General Conference of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) on Nov. 30, said that the efforts and achievements made in the DPRK will make significant contributions to the efforts of the international community to make regional development, attain the UN millennium development goal and ensure sustainable development.
  • Rodong Sinmun Calls for Putting Interests Common to Nation above All KCNA 05 Dec 2011 -- It is necessary to place the interests common to the nation above all and subordinate everything to the work for meeting them in order to achieve national reunification at an early date through the unity of the nation. Rodong Sinmun Monday says this in a by-lined article.
  • Rodong Sinmun Calls for Heightening Vigilance against Imperialists' Ballad of 'Freedom', 'Democracy' KCNA 05 Dec 2011 -- The world progressives should draw a lesson from the miserable plight of those countries whose destinies have been played into the hands of the imperialists who advocated 'freedom' and 'democracy'. The world people should heighten vigilance against 'freedom' and 'democracy' touted by the imperialists.
  • Kim Jong Il Enjoys Demonstration Figure Skating Performance KCNA 04 Dec 2011 -- Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission, enjoyed a demonstration figure skating performance.
  • Kim Jong Il Inspects Kaeson Youth Park Funfair KCNA 04 Dec 2011 -- Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and chairman of the National Defence Commission of the DPRK, went round the Kaeson Youth Park Funfair to learn about its management and operation.
  • Kim Jong Il Commands Flying Exercises of KPA Air Force Unit KCNA 03 Dec 2011 -- Supreme Commander of the Korean People's Army Kim Jong Il, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and chairman of the DPRK National Defence Commission, commanded the flying exercises of KPA Air Force Unit 378 honored with the title of O Jung Hup-led 7th Regiment.
  • Rodong Sinmun Stresses Need to Make No Concession to Imperialists KCNA 03 Dec 2011 -- Victory is in store for the progressive people who carry on the struggle without making any concession to the imperialists, stresses Rodong Sinmun Saturday in a bylined article.
  • Rodong Sinmun Rejects S. Korean Authorities' Policy of Confrontation KCNA 03 Dec 2011 -- The south Korean authorities' 'policy toward the north' can never be tolerated as it hinders the national peace and reunification and drives the situation of the Korean Peninsula to the brink of a war, says Rodong Sinmun in a bylined article Saturday.
  • South Korea Renews Harsh Rhetoric Against North VOA 02 Dec 2011 -- South Korea's President Lee renewed harsh rhetoric about North Korea, words that are likely not to be well received in Pyongyang.



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