North Korea Claims Mobilisation of 1.4 Million Youth for “Holy War”

On 16 October 2024, North Korea announced the mobilisation of 1.4 million young citizens, reportedly eager to participate in a "holy war" to defend the nation's sovereignty and eliminate perceived threats, particularly from South Korea. The mass mobilisation reflects Pyongyang's continued aggressive stance amid ongoing tensions on the Korean Peninsula. According to the state-run Korean