April 24, 2024
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North Korea preparing for military parade in October, South Korea says

News follows signs of military parade preparation at Mirim training grounds earlier this year

North Korea appears to be preparing for a military parade to mark the 75th anniversary of its founding party this coming October, a report submitted by South Korea's defense ministry to lawmakers said Monday.

The confirmation from the South Korean government comes after NK News's sister site, NK Pro, reported signs of parade preparations at North Korean training grounds, as well as possible renovations in Kim Il Sung Square.

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