North Korea: Kim Jong Un Orders Ban on Words ‘Hamburgers,’ ‘Ice Cream’ to Promote Local Terms
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Sep 17, 2025, 12:36 IST | Updated: Sep 17, 2025, 12:36 IST
North Korea: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has reportedly banned words such as “ice cream,” “hamburger” and “karaoke” for being “too Western.” In a push to promote local culture and values, the regime has introduced its own alternative terms to replace these expressions.
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