North Korean leader Kim Jong Un uses Russian luxury limousine gifted by Putin

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un used a Russian luxury limousine gifted by President Vladimir Putin, violating a UN resolution. Kim's sister praised the car and highlighted the deepening ties between North Korea and Russia.

Key Points

  • Kim Jong Un used a Russian luxury limousine gifted by Putin
  • Kim's sister praised the car's 'special function' and highlighted the friendship between North Korea and Russia
  • The luxury car gift violated a UN resolution aimed at pressuring North Korea to give up its nuclear weapons program

Pros

  • Deepening bilateral ties between North Korea and Russia
  • Kim Jong Un using a high-end luxury car

Cons

  • Violation of a United Nations resolution banning supply of luxury items to North Korea