[Itaewon Tragedy] Justice Party: "An Incident That Could Have Been Fully Prepared For and Prevented"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] Lee Eun-joo, floor leader of the Justice Party, expressed regret on the 30th regarding the Itaewon Halloween accident, stating that it was "an incident that could have been sufficiently prepared for and prevented."

Floor leader Lee said, "I am deeply saddened and heartbroken by the tragic and unbelievable news of the Itaewon disaster. I sincerely pray for the souls of the deceased."

He mentioned accidents such as the Sewol ferry, Sampoong Department Store, and Seongsu Bridge, saying, "The fact that this was something that could have been sufficiently prepared for and prevented weighs heavily on my heart. It makes me reconsider the responsibility for citizens' lives and the safety of the community."

He added, "I extend my deepest condolences to the bereaved families and acquaintances, and wish a speedy recovery to those injured," and "I thank the firefighters, police officers, medical staff who worked tirelessly through the night for emergency rescue, and the citizens who helped on site."

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