A diplomatic incident in Ealing over Kim Jong-un’s haircut | Brief letters
In Ealing, a diplomatic spat erupted when a local shop owner cut a hair resembling North Korean leader Kim Jong‑un’s style, sparking a complaint from the North Korean embassy. The incident drew attention from Reform UK, local media, and even a Lincolnshire actor‑manager, highlighting tensions over perceived disrespect toward the regime and sparked a broader debate about diplomatic protocol and cultural sensitivity.