Pyongyang, May 18 (KCNA) -- Following are major news items and articles in leading newspapers of the DPRK on Monday:

- The respected Comrade Kim Jong Un convened a meeting of the commanding officers of the divisions and brigades of the entire army and met them. (photos accompanied)

- Achievements are being made in various units.

- The DPRK women footballers came first in the 2026 AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup.

Rodong Sinmun

- A DPRK player bagged three silver medals in the 2026 Asian Weightlifting Championships.

- An article deals with the climate balance of the earth being rapidly destroyed.

Minju Joson

- An article says that the patriotic and heroic people are growing up under the care of the great leader. -0-