Russia and North Korea Resume Regular Passenger Rail Service

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The towns are just two miles apart, separated by the Tumen River
The train is set to run three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, crossing the Korea-Russia Friendship Bridge.A representative
Two Russian citizens crossed the border.Both countries are looking to increase cross-border tourism
A regional customs official told RIA Novosti that 1,200 people have traveled in both directions.Passenger trains between Russia and China
Korea has strengthened significantly in recent years
A defense pact between the two countries entered into force on Dec
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