N. Korea Takes Extreme Measures to Tighten Security Ahead of Congress

North Korea has been put on a lockdown ahead of its first congress in 36 years. The Worker's Party of Korea, led by Kim Jong-un, is preparing the gathering and limiting all kinds of movements to prevent any risks. 

A report from the Independent suggests that weddings and funerals have been temporarily banned in North Korea. People are not allowed to move in and out of Pyongyang and property searches have increased dramatically. 

Cheong Joon-hee, a spokesperson for the Unification Ministry in South Korea, says that the extreme measures are to prevent any "mishaps" during the congress event. 

This congress will be the first held in North Korea since the year 1980, when Kim Jong-il was confirmed as the new supreme leader, from his father, Kim Il-sung. Although Kim Jong-un is already leading the country, the congress will serve to solidify his leadership and address other issues including North Korea's economy and military future. 

The event is set to last between four and five days.