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North Korea Warns Nations to Ditch US-Led Order Amid Iran Strait Tensions

A pro-North Korean newspaper commentary argues that reliance on the U.S.-led international order exposes countries to risks, as shown by the Iran-U.S. conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. It explicitly calls for nations to distance themselves from the United States to protect their own sovereign interests. The piece reflects Pyongyang's longstanding advocacy for a multipolar world while notably avoiding direct criticism of U.S. President Donald Trump by name. Concurrently, Iran's Revolutionary Guard Navy has warned that any hostile move in the strategic strait will meet deadly consequences, asserting complete control over the waterway.

Key Points: NK Media: Dependence on US Risks Interests in Mideast War

  • NK rejects US-led order
  • Warns of Strait of Hormuz risks
  • Advises distancing from US
  • Iran controls key waterway
  • NK avoids direct Trump criticism
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Reliance on US-led order risks national interests amid Mideast war: North Korea media

Pro-North Korea paper urges countries to distance from US, citing Strait of Hormuz closure and volatile oil prices undermining national interests.

"It would be wise of countries to distance themselves from a belligerent country that only cares about interests of itself - Choson Sinbo"

Seoul, April 13

A pro-North Korea newspaper based in Japan on Monday called for countries to distance themselves from the United States in a bid to defend their national interests amid the US-Iran war and Tehran's effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Choson Sinbo claimed in its commentary that the blockade of the crucial waterway and volatile oil prices showed that the more countries depend on US-led international order, the greater they could face the risk of their national interests being undermined.

"It remains uncertain regarding how the situation will unfold following a two-week ceasefire. But it would be wise of countries to distance themselves from a belligerent country that only cares about interests of itself and some allies, and to walk on the path to protecting their own interests," the newspaper said.

North Korea appears to be reiterating its long-standing stance of rejecting the US-led international order while supporting the multipolar world order.

Still, the North's state media have not directly criticised US President Donald Trump by name. The Rodong Sinmun, the North's main newspaper targeting the North Korean audience, also has not reported on the US-Iran war, Yonhap news agency reported.

South Korea's spy agency recently said North Korea seems to be distancing itself from Iran in an effort to leave open diplomatic room with Washington, taking the example of Pyongyang not sending a message of condolences over the death of Iran's former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Meanwhile, the Navy of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) said that any "erroneous" move by the "enemy" in the Strait of Hormuz will have deadly consequences.

It issued the warning in a post on social media platform X, sharing "drone surveillance footage of the real situation in the Strait of Hormuz."

The IRGC's Navy said all movements and non-movements in the Strait of Hormuz are under complete control of the Iranian armed forces, adding that, "Any erroneous maneuver will trap the enemy in deadly whirlpools in the strait."

- IANS

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Priya S
It's a bit rich coming from North Korea, but the core point about a multipolar world is valid. The US often acts unilaterally. India should continue strengthening ties with Iran, Russia, and others to ensure our interests are protected, especially for oil imports. 🇮🇳
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Rohit P
The Strait of Hormuz is a lifeline for our economy. Any disruption sends fuel prices soaring here. We need a strong navy and diplomatic channels to ensure safe passage. This is where our 'Act East' and ties with Gulf nations matter.
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Sarah B
While I understand the sentiment, completely distancing from the US-led order isn't practical for a developing economy like India. We need technology, investment, and strategic partnerships. The balance is tricky, but necessary. A thoughtful article.
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Vikram M
North Korea itself is hardly a model of independence—it's a client state of China. But the warning about volatile oil prices is real for us common people. Petrol at ₹110+ is already burning a hole in our pockets. Government must have a contingency plan.
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Karthik V
This is why accelerating renewable energy and electric vehicles is so crucial for India. We can't let geopolitics in the Middle East hold our growth hostage every few years. Energy independence is national security.

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