It has been 110 years since the birth of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's grandfather, Kim Il-sung, and the capital city of Pyongyang is scheduled to perform songs and fireworks on the night of the 15th. I am.
On the other hand, in addition to the military parade that was pointed out that it may be held at this turning point, further ballistic missile launches and the seventh nuclear test have not been confirmed so far.
North Korea has positioned April 15th, the birthday of Kim Jung-eun's grandfather, Kim Il-sung, as "the biggest holiday of the nation," and said that the 110th anniversary of his birth will be "a grand celebration." is.
On the night of the 15th, students will perform dances, songs, and fireworks in the square in the center of Pyongyang, and it seems that the aim is to raise the national prestige and give Kim's authority.
On the other hand, while North Korea is accelerating nuclear and missile development, in addition to the military parade that was pointed out that it may be held at the turning point on the 15th, further ballistic missile launches and the seventh nuclear test are this. Not confirmed so far.
Regarding the military parade, the Ministry of Unification of South Korea said at a press conference today, "The Korean government has been watching the movement of preparations. It will be held not only today but also on the anniversary of the founding of the Korean People's Revolutionary Army. We are also considering the possibility comprehensively. "
"Korean military and intelligence officials have determined that there will be no military parade to commemorate President Kim's birthday," a South Korean news agency, Union News, said.
Following the deployment of the aircraft carrier to the Sea of Japan, the US military is expected to conduct joint military exercises with South Korean troops in South Korea from the 18th next week, and North Korea is expected to oppose it.