"North Korea's 'Friendly Father': Kim Jong Un's New Song and Apartment Project"

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North Korea released a new song and music video titled "Friendly Father," praising leader Kim Jong Un as a "friendly father" and depicting a utopian image of the country. The song, dropped by state-controlled media, features enthusiastic residents singing catchy lines in support of Kim Jong Un. The release is seen as part of a push to reinforce the leadership cult around Kim, but the video's portrayal contrasts sharply with the reality of life for many North Koreans, who face poverty and restricted freedoms.
- North Korea launches "Friendly Father" song and music video praising Kim Jong Un CBS News
- North Korea releases song praising leader Kim as 'friendly father' Reuters
- North Korea airs song praising Kim Jong-un as 'friendly father' – video The Guardian
- Kim Jong Un releases new song praising himself as North Korea's 'friendly father' Sky News
- North Korean TV shows Kim Jong Un opening new apartment development project Salamanca Press
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