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President Urges North Korea to Revive Family Reunions

10/3/2025

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On October 3, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung urged North Korea to resume family reunions separated since the Korean War, citing humanitarian cooperation and easing hostilities.
He said leaders must facilitate communication and letter exchanges.
The Unification Ministry says about 36,000 have requested reunions; last were in August 2018, and North Korea dismantled a facility used for them.

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On October 3, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung urged North Korea to resume family reunions separated since the Korean War, citing humanitarian cooperation and easing hostilities.
He said leaders must facilitate communication and letter exchanges.
The Unification Ministry says about 36,000 have requested reunions; last were in August 2018, and North Korea dismantled a facility used for them.