The chairman said in the statement:

The statement issued by a spokesman for the KPA Supreme Command meant a just measure taken by the DPRK to defend its dignity and sovereignty.

The imperialists should bear in mind that Juche Korea would defend its political faith and territory to the end, not yielding to any aggression.

The Korean Friendship Association readily accepted the desire of the world progressive people to join the KPA defending the country as international volunteers.

The arrogant U.S. and its servants will be sent to the bottom of the sea in flames and their miserable defeat will always remain recorded in history.

We are firmly convinced that the Korean people will emerge victorious thanks to their own will and strength under the leadership of the dear respected Marshal Kim Jong Un.