Malaysia Scraps Visa-Free Entry for N. Koreans

This undated video frame shows the plaque of the Embassy of North Korea in Kuala Lumpur. Image: ARIRANG NEWS / YouTube

KUALA LUMPUR  Malaysia is scrapping visa-free entry for North Koreans traveling into the country, the state news agency said Thursday in the latest fallout from a deadly nerve agent attack at Kuala Lumpur airport.

The Bernama news agency announced the move Thursday.

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The bizarre killing of Kim Jong Nam, the estranged half brother of North Korea’s ruler, has caused a diplomatic uproar between Malaysia and North Korea. Many speculate the attack was orchestrated by North Korea, but Pyongyang has denied any role.

The attack happened at a busy airport, but no bystanders were hurt.

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Story: Eileen Ng