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Midnight train to Moscow: Kim Jong Un cosies up with Russia

Sep 12, 2023
Andrew Knox, The Economist's Korea correspondent, dissects Kim Jong-un's unprecedented meeting with Vladimir Putin, analyzing the potential arms deal and its implications for global security. Meanwhile, Daniel Knowles sheds light on the troubling rise of Kia and Hyundai car thefts in America, driven by social media trends that expose vulnerabilities in vehicle security. Their insights reveal concerning geopolitical dynamics and a pressing issue affecting communities, blending international relations and domestic crime.
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  • North Korea and Russia are in discussions for a potential arms deal, raising concerns for the international community.
  • The absence of immobilizers in Kia and Hyundai models has contributed to the rise in car theft in America, leading to lawsuits against the car manufacturers.

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Kim Jong-un's visit to Russia for arms deal

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has traveled to Russia to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The purpose of the meeting is believed to be discussions around an arms deal between the two countries. While details about the meeting are scarce, there have been long-standing claims from the United States that North Korea has been selling weapons to Russia to support their war effort. North Korea stands to gain various benefits from this potential deal, such as food, energy, and financial support.

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