Kim Jong Un Orders Execution Of 30 Govt Officials For Deaths Caused By Floods

 Kim Jong Un Reportedly Executes 30 Officials Over Failure to Prevent Flooding Disaster

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has reportedly executed up to 30 officials after they were accused of failing to prevent devastating floods and landslides that resulted in approximately 1,000 deaths.

According to reports from South Korean media, Kim held the officials accountable for the “unacceptable loss” of life and demanded severe punishment. The executions allegedly occurred in late August, with the officials facing charges such as corruption and dereliction of duty.

Although the identities of most officials remain unknown, it has been confirmed by North Korean state media that Kang Bong-hoon, a high-ranking provincial leader, was among those removed from his position.

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Earlier, Kim Jong Un had visited the flood-stricken areas, acknowledging the extensive damage and cautioning that reconstruction could take months. The government has provided shelter in Pyongyang for displaced individuals, including vulnerable groups.

Despite these efforts, Kim Jong Un dismissed reports of a high death toll, accusing South Korea of spreading “false rumors” to damage North Korea’s reputation.

In addition, there has been a notable increase in public executions in North Korea since the COVID-19 pandemic, with the annual rate reportedly rising tenfold, according to South Korean sources. North Korean officials continue to face intense scrutiny as the regime tightens its control in response to recent disasters.