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Russian President Vladimir Putin has gifted North Korea a group of rare animals, including an African lion and two brown bears, as part of efforts to strengthen ties between the two countries. The animals were transferred from Moscow's zoo to Pyongyang Central Zoo, accompanied by Russian veterinarians. This gesture is seen as a symbol of growing cooperation between Russia and North Korea.

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Source: https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-sends-african-lion-rare-animals-to-pyongyang-zoo-as-a-gift-to-the-korean-people-777889