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Kim Jong Un Denounces South Korean Media Over Flood Reports, Signals Rejection of Aid

North Korea's leader criticizes alleged exaggerations of flood casualties and reaffirms stance against accepting help from Seoul.

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Kim Jong-un delivers a speech as he visits the helicopter unit of the Air Force of the Korean People’s Army that rescued 4,200 people in flood-hit areas in North Pyongan Province, at an undisclosed location. Photo: KCNA/KNS/AFP

Overview

  • Kim Jong Un accuses South Korean media of spreading false information about flood casualties.
  • North Korea claims no casualties in the hardest-hit areas, contradicting South Korean reports.
  • Seoul offered humanitarian aid to North Korean flood victims, which is expected to be rejected.
  • Kim praises North Korean air force for successful rescue missions during the floods.
  • Tensions between North and South Korea remain high, with ongoing disputes over military and nuclear issues.