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Newshour: 15/06/2023 13:06 GMT: A rare and shocking glimpse into life in North Korea

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A rare and shocking glimpse into life in North Korea

15/06/2023 13:06 GMT

15/06/2023 13:06 GMT: A rare and shocking glimpse into life in North Korea

BBC World Service - Newshour, A rare and shocking glimpse into life in North Korea

How the world's most closed society is now completely sealed off with fear and hunger

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People living in North Korea have told the BBC that the government has become increasingly repressive. In secret interviews, they spoke of new laws and punishments being introduced, as well as increased surveillance.

Also, a report by British MPs has found that the former prime minister, Boris Johnson, repeatedly lied to parliament about illegal parties held during coronavirus lockdowns. 

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(Photo: Kim Jong-un is the current leader of North Korea. Credit: Getty Images)

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