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- South Korea has lifted its ban on the North Korean newspaper Rodong Sinmun, allowing reading at select public libraries without state approval.
- The change was initiated by President Lee Jae Myung to improve relations with North Korea.
- Seoul observers are split about the move, with some seeing dangerous propaganda and others doubting reader impact.
- Experts say the move is largely symbolic because North Korean media sites remain inaccessible.
