North Korea’s Kim Yo Jong says no chance of improved ties with the South
Powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un rebukes claims she is open to more “communication”.

Powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un rebukes claims she is open to more “communication”.








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