"Russia-North Korea Bromance: Kim Jong Un's Trip Deepens Comradely Ties"

Russian state media propagandists have been praising North Korea and its leader, Kim Jong Un, for their ability to withstand Western sanctions and live in poverty. They admire North Koreans for not being sensitive to the absence of modern luxuries and claim that they have preserved their values and lifestyle. However, this celebration of poverty comes at a time when everyday Russians are struggling due to rising prices and economic difficulties. While the Kremlin tightens its grip on the worsening situation, the media's portrayal of North Korea as an ideal future paints a bleak picture for the average citizen, excluding Putin and his clique of oligarchs and cronies.