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South Korea’s president urged to play Call of Duty as war wake-up call

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Opposition lawmakers in South Korea are encouraging President Lee Jae Myung to play Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 as a way to criticize his perceived lack of concern about potential conflict with North Korea. The game features scenarios that include an invasion of Seoul and a raid on a compound modeled after the Kumsusan Palace, the former residence of North Korea’s founder Kim Il-sung. This move is seen as an effort to highlight the risks posed by North Korean aggression and to challenge the president's diplomatic approach.

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Lee Jae Myung, South Korea's president, faced criticism from opposition lawmakers who urged him to play Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 as a metaphorical "war wake-up call." The game includes a scenario depicting an invasion of Seoul by North Korean forces and features a mission to raid a leadership compound that closely resembles the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun in North Korea. Opposition lawmakers are using the game's depiction to criticize President Lee’s perceived soft approach towards North Korea, highlighting his dovish stance on relations with the neighboring country.

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