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November 05, 2024
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N.Korean TV airs SNL-style comedy mocking President Obama

Show attacks South Korea and President Park for corrupt police and pro-American stance

Satirical comedy shows are airing on North Korea's national television channel, one of which features a satire on the U.S. President Barack Obama and his presidential secretary.

The show, which aired on state-run Korea Central Television (KCTV) and was uploaded on the Youtube channel of Uriminzokkiri, also portrays the lives of South Koreans, who are described as being “purged” and “oppressed” by their government.

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