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North Korean athletes unite around Olympic flame to stay warm

By Duffel Blog Staff · Bureau · 1 minute

Filed 5 October 2022 · 1533

PYEONGCHANG, South Korea — The delegation of North Korean athletes taking part in the 2018 Winter Olympics have been spotted huddling near the Olympic flame to keep warm, sources confirmed today.

According to the North Korean government, however, it was actually a "show of national pride and unity" to have North Korea's 22 olympians stand near the torch in threadbare jackets and gloves without fingers.

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