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Kim Jong Un Celebrates New Housing Development with Propaganda Song

North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un releases 'Friendly Father' song, enhancing his persona amid nationwide celebrations.

  • North Korea premiered a new song titled 'Friendly Father' praising Kim Jong Un during a ceremony marking the opening of a new housing development.
  • The event featured fireworks, a military flypast, and was attended by large crowds in Pyongyang.
  • Kim Jong Un was seen arriving in an armored limousine, a gift from Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing his stature.
  • The song is part of a broader effort to build a cult of personality around Kim, distancing him from his predecessors' achievements.
  • The housing project is part of Kim's initiative to build 50,000 new apartments in Pyongyang by 2026, showcasing state propaganda amid economic struggles.
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