April 20, 2024
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“Long gas lines” not forming in North Korean capital, sources say

Pyongyang fuel prices remain over 100% higher than in April, however

Long lines of vehicles waiting to refuel have not recently been observed in Pyongyang, multiple sources told NK News on Monday.

The news comes despite U.S. President Trump's suggestion on Sunday that gas shortages were causing problems in North Korea.

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