South Korean President Lee Jae Myung praised the collaborative efforts between South Korea and the United States to repatriate the remains of soldiers who died in the 1950-53 Korean War as a significant symbol of their alliance. The joint repatriation ceremony involved the return of 10 fallen South Korean service members from Hawaii to Korea and the repatriation of three US soldiers back to the United States.
Lee emphasized the importance of honoring the war heroes who sacrificed their lives for freedom and peace, stating that the repatriation serves as a solemn commitment to remember their contributions. He highlighted the ongoing commitment to conducting DNA analysis and identification efforts to ensure that all fallen heroes are laid to rest in their homeland with dignity.
The South Korean President underscored the nation’s duty to preserve the memory of those who served and sacrificed, emphasizing the government’s responsibility to ensure that their contributions are never forgotten. Additionally, South Korea is set to hold its annual Memorial Day ceremony to pay tribute to fallen soldiers and public servants who served the nation, with a special focus on Korean War veterans and individuals of national merit.
