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North Korean leader Kim did not say he was skipping late-night drives with wife because of oil shortage
16 Apr, 2026

North Korean leader Kim did not say he was skipping late-night drives with wife because of oil shortage

Multiple users on social media platforms Facebook and X were sharing a video since April 14, 2026, claiming that it shows the supreme leader of North Korea, Kim Jong Un, saying he is skipping late-night drives with his wife due to oil shortages amid the supply shortage due to the Middle East tensions. However, the clip is old from October 2020 and he said no such thing.
Verdict: False
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