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Now playing Next Russia Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un: What can North Korea do for Russia? Isolated on the world stage, both Moscow and Pyongyang need each other now more than ever. 07/09/2023
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Now playing Next no comment Watch: North Korean leader visits Navy headquarters with daughter North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has visited his Navy headquarters, with state media reports emphasising his daughter's involvement and nuclear preparedness. 29/08/2023
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