In a historic moment blending honor and remembrance, the remains of 12 Chinese People's Volunteers martyrs killed during the 1950-1953 Korean War were repatriated from the Republic of Korea (ROK) on Wednesday. A Chinese Air Force Y-20B transport aircraft – escorted by four cutting-edge J-20 stealth fighters – brought the fallen soldiers back to Chinese soil.
🔍 Why it matters: These heroes made the ultimate sacrifice over seven decades ago during the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea. Their return marks the 12th annual repatriation since China and the ROK first agreed to this solemn tradition in 2014.
✈️ Sky-high tribute: Social media buzzed as netizens shared footage of the J-20 jets painting contrails across the sky – a 21st-century salute to mid-20th-century courage. 'They guarded our nation then; we guard their journey home now,' wrote one emotional commenter.
🌏 Bridge to peace: While the conflict remains a sensitive chapter, this repatriation demonstrates ongoing efforts to heal historical wounds. Analysts note such gestures help maintain stable China-ROK relations amid modern geopolitical complexities.
