North Korea is conducting special ideological lectures across its military units, emphasizing the need for strong ideological armament.
A source in South Pyongan province told Daily NK recently that special lectures are being held across army corps “to prepare the Korean People’s Army as an ideologically strong force” and “to aggressively promote education that reinforces the military’s awareness of the enemy.”
On Oct. 26, a lecturer from the General Political Bureau delivered a presentation at the 11th Corps headquarters in Deokcheon, South Pyongan Province. The 11th Corps, known as the “Storm Corps,” has been deployed to Russia recently.
The lectures began with high-ranking officers and gradually expanded to include all military personnel, including junior officers and enlisted soldiers.
The lecturer explained the complex international situation and emphasized “the importance of revolutionary armed forces” while “inspiring pride and sense of mission among all soldiers.”
The source said the lectures stress that ideological preparation must precede all military training and emphasize establishing a clear understanding of who the enemy is.
The military-wide lecture series comes as North Korea has been heightening tensions following a reported drone incident in Pyongyang. The lectures appear to be an attempt to strengthen military discipline by stoking anti-South sentiment among troops.
The lectures are expected to continue across different army corps for several weeks.
While the Storm Corps has been sent to Russia recently, the deployment was not specifically addressed during these lectures.
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