In pictures: Seized North Korean ship

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Panamanian presidential security detail walks on the deck aboard a North Korean-flagged ship
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The Chong Chon Gang was searched on 12 July, with Panama announcing the discovery of "undeclared military cargo" on board on Tuesday.

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Cuba admitted being behind the military cargo, hidden inside a shipment of 10,000 tonnes of sugar.

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The Cuban foreign ministry said the weapons were from the Soviet era and were to be repaired and returned to Cuba.

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Panamanian President Ricardo Martinelli visited the vessel on Tuesday after announcing its seizure.

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Portraits of late North Korean leaders Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-il adorned several of the offices on board.