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'Phele Aap': Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un Urge Each Other to Get in Car First, Awkward Moment During Russian President's Visit to North Korea Goes Viral (Watch Video)

Videos showed the leaders engaging in a warm hug and, later, an awkward yet polite insistence on who should enter the car first. The gesture, reminiscent of "Phele Aap" courtesy, sparked viral reactions online.

'Phele Aap': Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un Urge Each Other to Get in Car First, Awkward Moment During Russian President's Visit to North Korea Goes Viral (Watch Video)

During his historic visit to North Korea, Russian President Vladimir Putin encountered an unexpected moment of courtesy with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Arriving at Pyongyang's airport, Putin was warmly greeted by Kim, followed by a notable exchange captured on social media. Videos showed the leaders engaging in a warm hug and, later, an awkward yet polite insistence on who should enter the car first. The gesture, reminiscent of "Phele Aap" courtesy, sparked viral reactions online. The video shows a brief, awkward exchange before Putin finally relents and takes his seat. Russia-Ukraine War: Vladimir Putin Sets Conditions To Stop War; Demands Ukraine Surrender Four Regions, Abandon Bid To Join NATO.

Awkward Moment: 'Phele Aap' Exchange Goes Viral

Putin, Kim's Car Seat Dilemma

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