Kim Jong Un Rides in Russian Limo, Showcasing Strengthening North Korea-Russia Ties Despite UN Sanctions
• North Korean leader Kim Jong Un used a Russian luxury limousine gifted by President Putin, drawing praise from Kim's sister about deepening Russia-North Korea ties.
• The limousine may violate UN resolutions banning luxury goods to North Korea to pressure them to denuclearize.
• Kim has a collection of foreign luxury cars, and used the Russian limo at a public event for the first time Friday.
• Russia and North Korea have boosted military and other cooperation as they face confrontations with the West over Ukraine and nuclear programs.
• Kim observed parachuting drills by troops and ordered more intense future training and full war preparation.