$44.840.3351.900.54

Kim Jong Un

Supreme Leader of the DPRK, dictator, son of the previous leader of North Korea Kim Jong Il
Kim Jong Un was born on January 8, 1984, in North Korea. He was educated in Switzerland and at the Kim Il Sung Military University in Pyongyang. After his father's death in 2011, he became the Supreme Leader of North Korea. He currently holds the positions of General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and Chairman of State Affairs.
2014
Implementation of the "Our-style economic management system" began to expand market activities
2018
Made a historic border crossing into South Korea for an inter-Korean summit
2018
Signed the Panmunjom Declaration with South Korea, calling for peace and denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula
2018
Announced an immediate suspension of nuclear and missile tests and the closure of a nuclear test site
2018
Held an unprecedented summit with the US President in Singapore
2018
Participated in the third inter-Korean summit in Pyongyang
2019
Held a second summit with the US President in Hanoi
2023
North Korea's economy showed the fastest GDP growth in seven years at 3.1%
News by theme
US and Japan reject claims that DPRK nuclear program is a "closed issue"

The US and Japan reaffirmed their commitment to the denuclearization of the DPRK and rejected Russia's statements that the issue is closed. The parties also expressed concern over the PRC's nuclear potential.

Politics • 05:00 AM • 2708 views
Xi Jinping claims deeper mutual understanding at the conclusion of the summit with the DPRKVideo

Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un agreed to expand cooperation in economy and politics. Pyongyang officially supported the One China principle.

News of the World • June 9, 12:07 PM • 2332 views
Xi Jinping arrived in the DPRK on a rare visit and announced an "invincible friendship"Video

Xi Jinping arrived in the DPRK to strengthen friendship and discuss stability. This is his first visit to Pyongyang since 2019.

News of the World • June 8, 07:17 AM • 4892 views
DPRK will never give up its status as a nuclear power - Kim Jong Un's sisterPhoto

Kim Yo Jong called North Korea's nuclear status irreversible and refuted US statements regarding denuclearization. The country plans to sharply increase missile production.

Politics • June 7, 02:34 AM • 13113 views
Xi Jinping to visit Kim Jong Un in North Korea for the first time since 2019

Chinese leader Xi Jinping will visit Pyongyang on June 8-9 at the invitation of Kim Jong Un. The parties will discuss strengthening relations and regional security issues.

News of the World • June 5, 12:23 PM • 3520 views
DPRK opens new plant for production of nuclear weapons materials

Kim Jong Un has inaugurated a new uranium enrichment facility for nuclear weapons. The North Korean leader ordered an exponential increase in the capacity of the country's arsenal.

News of the World • June 4, 04:50 AM • 3892 views
DPRK announces testing of latest missiles with AI

The DPRK has tested AI-equipped missiles designed to strike targets at a distance of 100 km. The new weapons will be deployed near the border for modern warfare.

News of the World • May 27, 08:03 AM • 4919 views
DPRK launched a ballistic missile and several projectiles toward the sea

North Korea launched a short-range ballistic missile and several projectiles from the Chongju area. The missile flew approximately 80 kilometers toward the sea.

News of the World • May 26, 10:51 AM • 3619 views
Women's football club from the DPRK wins Asian championship in South KoreaPhotoVideo

The Naegohyang club from the DPRK won the AFC Women's Champions League, defeating a Japanese team in Suwon. The victory allowed the players to qualify for the FIFA Women's Club World Cup.

Sports • May 23, 05:50 PM • 3999 views
Kim Jong Un calls for making the border with South Korea an "impregnable fortress"

Kim Jong Un ordered the strengthening of the border and the adaptation of the army to the experience of modern warfare. The DPRK is reinforcing units and building fortifications on the front line.

Politics • May 18, 06:12 AM • 4395 views
DPRK enshrines automatic nuclear strike in constitution in case of Kim Jong Un's assassination

Pyongyang has amended its constitution to allow for a nuclear strike in the event of Kim Jong Un's assassination. The decision was made following the death of Iran's supreme leader as a result of attacks.

News of the World • May 10, 11:35 AM • 4945 views
DPRK claims record production of shells for the Russian army and the war against UkrainePhoto

Pyongyang has quadrupled its production of shells for the needs of the Russian army. According to estimates, the DPRK has already transferred between one and six million rounds of ammunition to Russia.

News of the World • May 10, 12:59 AM • 17433 views
DPRK removes references to unification with South Korea from constitution

Pyongyang has removed references to reunification from the constitution and defined the border with the South. Kim Jong Un has officially assumed leadership of the state and the nuclear forces of the DPRK.

News of the World • May 6, 08:17 AM • 4604 views
North Korea women's football team plans first match in South Korea since 2014

Pyongyang-based team Naegohyang will play against Suwon in the AFC Women's Champions League semi-finals on May 20. This marks the first visit by North Korean female footballers since 2014.

Sports • May 4, 05:31 AM • 4287 views
During a special operation, a supply channel for "award" weapons for odious Russian politicians and propagandists was busted - recipients included Medvedev, Kadyrov, and othersPhotoVideo

Law enforcement officers have exposed a supply channel for "award" weapons for odious Russian politicians and propagandists. The illegal goods were imported from Slovakia and the occupied territories of Ukraine.

Crimes and emergencies • April 28, 07:12 AM • 2957 views
Kim Jong Un reaffirmed support for Russia's war in Ukraine - media

The North Korean leader reaffirmed support for the Russian invasion of Ukraine and met with Belousov. Pyongyang has sent troops and weapons and opened a memorial to the fallen.

War in Ukraine • April 27, 08:59 AM • 19030 views
Kim Jong Un supported China's idea of a "multipolar world"

The DPRK leader met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to strengthen their alliance. Kim Jong Un reaffirmed his one-China policy and expanded cooperation.

News of the World • April 11, 04:30 PM • 4851 views
DPRK announced the testing of new cluster warhead missiles

Pyongyang conducted three-day tests of Hwasong-11 ballistic missiles and electromagnetic weapons. The new warheads are capable of destroying targets over an area of up to seven hectares.

News of the World • April 9, 05:58 AM • 3986 views
DPRK launched a ballistic missile 700 kilometers towards the East Sea

North Korea launched another missile from the Wonsan area, which disappeared after flight. US and South Korean military forces are monitoring Pyongyang's actions.

News of the World • April 8, 08:29 AM • 3800 views
North Korea tested a new missile engine, with which a missile can reach the US

North Korea tested a solid-fuel engine with a thrust of 2,500 kilotons for intercontinental missiles. The development will allow carrying several warheads simultaneously.

News of the World • March 29, 04:43 AM • 13899 views
Lukashenka gifted Kim Jong Un an assault rifle and signed a "friendship" agreement with North KoreaVideo

The leaders of the countries signed a friendship treaty and exchanged weapons in Pyongyang. The parties concluded about ten agreements and memorandums on new cooperation.

News of the World • March 26, 01:31 PM • 4762 views
Lukashenka arrived in North Korea to meet Kim Jong Un - they plan to sign a "friendship treaty"

The Belarusian ruler began an official visit to Pyongyang for negotiations. The parties plan to identify areas of interest and sign a joint treaty.

News of the World • March 25, 08:00 AM • 5062 views
Kim Jong Un reappointed to key state post in DPRK

The Supreme People's Assembly of the DPRK reappointed Kim Jong Un as head of the State Affairs Commission. Deputies also considered changes to the constitution and economy.

News of the World • March 23, 02:40 AM • 6671 views
Kim Jong Un conducted tests of 600mm multiple rocket launchersPhoto

North Korea launched more than ten 600mm rockets at an island in the East Sea. The projectiles flew approximately 364 km and hit the target with complete accuracy.

News of the World • March 15, 07:05 AM • 6013 views
Kim Jong Un and daughter test strategic missiles from ship - Media

The DPRK leader, accompanied by his likely successor, observed missile launches at targets. The tests are intended to demonstrate the offensive power of the country's fleet.

News of the World • March 11, 07:44 AM • 4734 views
Kim Jong Un tested strategic cruise missiles from a new destroyer

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un conducted tests of "strategic cruise missiles" from the new 5,000-ton destroyer "Cho Hyon. " He called the ship "a new symbol of the country's naval defense."

Politics • March 5, 12:40 PM • 11961 views
Kim Jong Un presented the party elite with the latest domestically produced sniper riflesPhoto

DPRK leader Kim Jong Un presented senior military and civilian officials with new generation sniper rifles. These weapons, developed by the local Academy of Defense Sciences, became a "symbol of special trust."

Politics • February 28, 05:06 AM • 22533 views
Thousands of dead soldiers were missing from the DPRK military's 'march' with the Russian flag - MFAVideo

Heorhiy Tykhyi called the march of North Korean soldiers with the Russian flag in Pyongyang a propaganda farce. He stated that thousands of DPRK soldiers died fighting on Russia's side.

Politics • February 27, 12:24 PM • 8196 views
DPRK can destroy Seoul, but is open to dialogue with the US - Kim Jong Un

The North Korean leader called on the US to abandon its "hostile" policy towards the DPRK, while also calling for the development of new weapons systems in case of a new war with South Korea.

Politics • February 26, 08:12 AM • 4887 views
Media: Kim Jong Un's 13-year-old daughter appointed to a position in missile administration and is already giving orders

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's daughter, 13-year-old Ju Ae, has been appointed to a leadership position in the country's Missile Administration. This decision is seen as preparation for her potential succession, despite dynastic traditions.

News of the World • February 24, 08:07 PM • 10400 views