WASHINGTON DC - North Korean authorities refrained this year from conducting a military parade at the annual "Day of The Sun" celebration, held today to commemorate the birth of founding leader Kim Il Sung.
A Kyodo News dispatch from Pyongyang today reported on the festivities, noting that unlike the previous year, "no military parades or other grandiose events were scheduled for the occasion".
WASHINGTON DC - North Korean authorities refrained this year from conducting a military parade at the annual "Day of The Sun" celebration, held today to commemorate the birth of founding leader Kim Il Sung.
A Kyodo News dispatch from Pyongyang today reported on the festivities, noting that unlike the previous year, "no military parades or other grandiose events were scheduled for the occasion".
Become a member for less than $4 per week.
Unlimited access to all of NK News: reporting, investigations, analysis
The NK News Daily Update, an email newsletter to keep you in the loop
Searchable archive of all content, photo galleries, special columns
Contact NK News reporters with tips or requests for reporting
Get unlimited access to all NK News content, including original reporting, investigations, and analyses by our team of DPRK experts.
Subscribe now
All major cards accepted. No commitments – you can cancel any time.
SHARE
COPY LINK
X
MASTODON
