Kim Jong Un Visits Dandong, Meets Wang Huning Instead of Chinese Premier
Kim Jong Un, the Chairman of North Korea's State Affairs Commission, visited Dandong, Liaoning Province, China, on October 24, where he commemorated Chinese soldiers who fought in the Korean War alongside Wang Huning, a senior member of the Chinese Communist Party and Chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference. They also toured an automobile factory.
According to China's Xinhua News Agency, Wang welcomed Kim at the Anti-American Aid Korea Memorial Hall in Dandong and participated in a flower-laying ceremony. The term 'Anti-American Aid' refers to China's involvement in the Korean War. During the ceremony, the national anthems of both China and North Korea were played, and Kim observed a moment of silence to honor the fallen soldiers of the Chinese People's Volunteer Army. He also visited the memorial hall to examine artifacts and documents showcasing the battles fought by Chinese troops and the joint operations between North Korea and China. Additionally, he presented a historical photograph with a handwritten inscription to the memorial. The ribbon on the flower basket bore the inscription in Korean: 'Let us forever remember the martyrs of the Chinese People's Volunteer Army.'
Kim requested Wang to convey his regards and best wishes to Chinese President Xi Jinping and expressed hopes for the successful convening of the 5th Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China. He stated, "I visited Dandong to express deep gratitude and eternal respect for the Chinese soldiers who sacrificed their lives and blood to support North Korea during a crucial historical period." Kim also described Xi's visit to North Korea in June as a historic event that demonstrated China's high interest in North Korea and marked a milestone in the development of bilateral relations.
He noted that this year marks the 65th anniversary of the signing of the North Korea-China Friendship Cooperation and Mutual Assistance Treaty, expressing gratitude for China's long-standing support for North Korea's socialist construction and emphasizing the bright prospects for cooperation between the two countries. He added, "I hope to inherit our historical friendship with China and expand practical cooperation to enhance the welfare of our peoples."
Kim Min-seok: Impeachment of Chief Justice Cho and Investigation Proceeding as Planned
Kim Min-seok, the leader of the Democratic Party, stated that the procedures related to the impeachment of Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae, including a national investigation, will proceed as scheduled.
According to Yonhap News Agency, Kim made this statement after attending a sports event for photojournalists at the National Assembly on October 24. He responded to questions from reporters regarding the calls for Cho's impeachment following the acquittal of Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon on charges of violating political funding laws, saying, "We will proceed step by step as originally planned, including a national investigation."
Regarding the timeline for the national investigation, he explained, "I understand that various matters are being coordinated within the party."
He refrained from further comments on Oh's acquittal, stating, "I think my previous remarks suffice." Earlier, Kim criticized the ruling as "difficult to understand and accept both legally and logically" immediately after Oh's acquittal.
Iranian Military Warns: No Entry for US Warships into the Persian Gulf
Amid indications from President Donald Trump about the possibility of renewed attacks on Iran following the midterm elections, the Iranian military has warned that it will not allow US warships to enter the Persian Gulf.On October 24, Iranian state media reported that General Ali Abdollahi, the Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, stated, "Under no circumstances and at no time will we allow US warships to enter the Persian Gulf."
He added, "The US president may be dreaming of sending troops into the Persian Gulf, but that dream will be taken to the grave."
General Abdollahi also refuted Trump's claims about the destruction of Iran's nuclear facilities, questioning, "If the president has destroyed everything, why does he keep repeating that Iran should not possess nuclear weapons?"
He emphasized, "The longer the conflict lasts, the deeper we will plunge our enemies into a quagmire of death and decline."
Oh Se-hoon Emphasizes Unity in People Power Party Ahead of General Elections
The day after being acquitted of charges related to political funding violations, Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon stressed the importance of unity and integration within the People Power Party as the general elections approach.
According to Yonhap News Agency, Oh made these remarks during the '2026 Family Sports Day' event for photojournalists held at the National Assembly on October 24. When asked about his future role within the party, he stated, "With the general elections approaching, the People Power Party should present a united front rather than a divided one to provide comfort to the public."
He added, "The current Lee Jae-myung administration is causing significant concern among the public, particularly regarding real estate issues, and the People Power Party must become a party that presents alternatives with a united strength."
Oh also expressed his commitment to making every effort to unite those with differing views and philosophies.
Prime Minister Han Seung-soo: We Must Clarify the Truth Behind the Itaewon Tragedy
Prime Minister Han Seung-soo apologized once again to the families of the victims of the Itaewon tragedy ahead of the fourth anniversary of the incident, promising thorough investigations and accountability at the national level.
According to Newsis and Yonhap News Agency, Han made this statement on October 24 during a memorial event for the fourth anniversary of the Itaewon tragedy held at Seoul City Hall. He said, "On behalf of the government, I deeply apologize once again to the families of the victims and those affected."
Han emphasized that the nation's commemoration must involve uncovering the truth and reforming systems to prevent similar tragedies in the future, stating, "We will ensure that the truth is clearly revealed." He also pledged to provide necessary support and cooperation to ensure thorough investigations by the police and the special investigative committee.
He acknowledged that the government's response and accountability have not met the expectations of the victims' families. Han noted that a joint government audit last year revealed systemic failures in the response framework and inadequate disciplinary actions against responsible parties, admitting that the government has not sufficiently addressed the urgent calls for truth and accountability from the victims' families.
He concluded, "The tragedy is not over yet. We still have work to do to fully uncover the truth and fulfill our remaining responsibilities."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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