North Korea Rejects Claims of Dismantled Propaganda Loudspeakers

Wed Oct 22 2025 11:34:49 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

**North Korea Rejects Claims of Dismantled Propaganda Loudspeakers**

North Korea firmly states it has not dismantled any of its propaganda loudspeakers at the South Korean border, asserting its ongoing hostile stance towards South Korea.

In a recent statement from Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, North Korea has publicly denied allegations from South Korea claiming that it had removed some loudspeakers used for propaganda at the border. Kim asserted that the North has "never removed" these speakers and has no intention of doing so, highlighting a commitment to maintaining its current hostile relations with its southern neighbor.

North Korea's propaganda apparatus plays a significant role along the border, with contrasting messages broadcasted from either side—while South Korea airs popular K-pop tunes, the North resorts to unsettling soundscapes. Recent tensions have been compounded by the resumption of South Korea's broadcasts after a six-year hiatus, following increased provocations from the North. Despite attempts to restore diplomatic relations, the situation remains fraught with animosity and potential conflict.

North Korea’s ongoing use of propaganda loudspeakers amid tensions with South Korea underscores the fraught relationship between the two nations. Kim Yo Jong's assertion that the North has no interest in improving relations emphasizes the dual role propaganda plays in both domestic control and international messaging. As both nations navigate complex political landscapes, the situation at the border remains a flashpoint for potential conflict.