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With the US caught off guard, Kim Jong Un may be about to capitalize on South Korea's turmoil

The article discusses the potential strategic advantage North Korean leader Kim Jong Un might gain from the current political instability in South Korea. Following the resignation of South Korea's opposition leader, Lee Jae-myung, after a failed hunger strike, the country is experiencing significant political turmoil. This situation comes at a time when the U.S. is also distracted by its own political issues, including the upcoming presidential election. Kim Jong Un, having recently met with Russian President Vladimir Putin, might see an opportunity to advance his agenda, possibly through military provocations or diplomatic maneuvers, while the U.S. and South Korea are less focused on North Korean activities. The article suggests that this could be a moment for Kim to test boundaries or push forward with his objectives, taking advantage of the divided attention and weakened political stance of his adversaries.

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