The North Korean ship Chong Chon Gang that was seized as it tried to cross the Panama Canal on its way from Cuba in July 2013. Photo: AP
The North Korean ship Chong Chon Gang that was seized as it tried to cross the Panama Canal on its way from Cuba in July 2013. Photo: AP

North Korean ship in Cuba arms row returns to Panama Canal

Ship detained last year at Panama Canal with hidden cargo of Soviet-era weapons returns to busy waterway and is cleared for passage by authorities

The North Korean ship Chong Chon Gang that was seized as it tried to cross the Panama Canal on its way from Cuba in July 2013. Photo: AP
The North Korean ship Chong Chon Gang that was seized as it tried to cross the Panama Canal on its way from Cuba in July 2013. Photo: AP
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