April 25, 2024
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North Korea celebrates Cuba ties, ignores history

Pyongyang-Havana ties have shown little warmth despite common enemies

A Tuesday editorial in the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) commemorated the 55th anniversary of the Cuban Revolution, with political elites from both countries touting their close relationship.

Historically, however, relations between these ostensible Cold War allies have not been so warm.

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