Kim Jong Un oversees massive Pyongyang military paradeNewsFeedNorth Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a massive military parade in Pyongyang to wrap up the once every-five-years Workers’ Party congress. Kim reportedly shut the door to talks with South Korea but said cooperation with the US is possible if Washington gives due respect.Published On 26 Feb 2026
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Kim Jong Un oversees massive Pyongyang military parade
Kim Jong Un oversaw a large military parade in Pyongyang on February 26, 2026, marking the conclusion of the Workers’ Party congress, held every five years. The event showcased North Korea's military capabilities.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-02-26 · 14:40 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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Kim Jong Un oversaw a large military parade in Pyongyang on February 26, 2026, marking the conclusion of the Workers’ Party congress, held every five years. The event showcased North Korea's military capabilities. During the congress, Kim Jong Un signaled a potential openness to cooperation with the United States, contingent on Washington demonstrating due respect. However, he also appeared to close the door on future talks with South Korea. The parade and the congress served as a platform for Kim to outline North Korea's strategic direction and international relations stance.
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The Workers’ Party congress occurs once every five years.
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The military parade wrapped up the Workers’ Party congress.
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Kim Jong Un oversaw a massive military parade in Pyongyang.
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Kim Jong Un shut the door to talks with South Korea.
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Cooperation with the US is possible if Washington gives due respect.
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