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The Hidden Human Cost of Kim Jong-un’s New Power

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Embargoes and Sanctions category. Published on September 17, 2026 • Originally reported by Choe Sang-Hun. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
The North Korean leader’s financial and diplomatic leverage rests on the brutal exploitation of his own people, from coal miners to diplomats, at home and abroad.
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