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Memorial Ceremony for Kim Jong-Il

Description:Tens of thousands gathered in Pyongyang for a memorial ceremony for departed leader Kim Jong-il. High ranking government officials, military officers and about 100,000 civilians attended the ceremony. Kim Il-Sung square was packed with mourners, standing in silence and mostly wearing black winter coats. Kim Jong-un, who takes over the reins of power in the reclusive state, stood on a platform with senior military and government officials. (1:15)

Source: Reuters

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