Kim Jong Un Opens New Residential District for Families of War Dead in Ukraine
In a significant move to honor the North Korean soldiers who participated in the war alongside Russia, North Korea announced today, Monday, the opening of a new residential district in Pyongyang dedicated to the families of the deceased.
The opening was attended by leader Kim Jong Un, who toured the new street known as "Saebyeol Street" and visited the homes of some families, accompanied by his prominent daughter believed to be named Kim Ju Ae.
During the visit, Kim reaffirmed his commitment to giving back to the "young martyrs" who "sacrificed everything for their motherland," in a gesture aimed at enhancing national loyalty and gratitude towards the families of soldiers who lost their lives in the war.
This initiative is part of a series of media efforts in which North Korea has intensified its glorification of its forces involved in the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, including the establishment of a memorial wall and the construction of a museum, in an attempt to bolster internal unity and curb any potential public discontent.
In related news, Pyongyang has sent thousands of soldiers and heavy military equipment, including artillery and missiles, in recent months to support Russian President Vladimir Putin in his war against Ukraine, as both leaders seek cooperation to face pressures from Washington amid their bilateral disputes.
The South Korean National Intelligence Service revealed that about 6,000 North Korean soldiers have been killed or injured during their participation in the war, without providing precise details on the casualties, while it is believed that around 600 soldiers have already lost their lives.
It is noteworthy that the appearance of his daughter Kim Ju Ae at these official events reflects her rising media role, at a time when discussions about a potential struggle among the children and family members over the leader's succession are being raised, in a scenario described by observers as a possible "fierce power struggle."
