North Korea protests scholar expulsion strongly

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North Korea called Latvia's actions against Lankov \"state terrorism.\" They said it was a big insult to their country.

Professor Lankov is a very special person for North Korea. His writings are kept safe there, unlike others.

Latvia's Foreign Minister signed the order to send Lankov away. North Korea thinks Latvia wanted to start a big problem.

Kim Jong Un ordered big planes that carry bombs to fly. The planes flew west but stopped in Russia to get more fuel.

North Korea said Latvia must say sorry to Professor Lankov. They also want Latvia to pay for his flight and damages.

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What did North Korea call Latvia's actions against Lankov?

North Korea called Latvia's actions against Lankov 'state terrorism.'

What does North Korea want from Latvia regarding Professor Lankov?

North Korea wants Latvia to say sorry to Professor Lankov and pay for his flight and damages.

What did Kim Jong Un order to fly?

Kim Jong Un ordered big planes that carry bombs to fly.

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