News|Kim Jong UnNorth Korea opens new housing area for families of soldiers killed overseasLeader Kim Jong Un unveils housing for families of soldiers killed overseas amid North Korea’s support for Russia’s war in Ukraine.
## New Housing District Inaugurated in Pyongyang
New Housing District Inaugurated in Pyongyang
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has inaugurated a new housing district in Pyongyang. This development is designated for the families of soldiers who lost their lives in military operations overseas, reflecting North Korea's ongoing support for Russia's conflict in Ukraine.
According to the North Korean newspaper Rodong Sinmun, Kim described the Saeppyol Street housing project as a "source of honor" and a reflection of national pride. During the inauguration, he emphasized the importance of honoring the martyrs and their eternal remembrance in history.
Reports indicate that under a mutual defense pact with Russia, North Korea deployed thousands of soldiers to Ukraine in 2024. South Korean, Ukrainian, and Western officials have corroborated this deployment. Kim has also expressed his unconditional support for Russian President Vladimir Putin's policies and decisions.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has inaugurated a new housing district in Pyongyang.
South Korea's National Intelligence Service recently estimated that approximately 6,000 North Korean soldiers have been killed or wounded during the conflict in Ukraine. Additionally, the agency highlighted that North Korean forces are acquiring modern combat experience and benefiting from Russian technical assistance, which may enhance North Korea's weapons systems.
Beyond troop deployment, North Korea is believed to have supplied Russia with artillery shells, missiles, and long-range rocket systems. In exchange, Pyongyang has reportedly received cash, military expertise, and resources such as food and energy.
North Korea has conducted several public ceremonies recently to honor fallen soldiers, including unveiling a new memorial complex in Pyongyang. These efforts precede the upcoming party congress, North Korea's most significant political event, scheduled for later this month.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
