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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%
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South Korea warns of possible DPRK nuclear test before US elections

South Korean President Yun Suk-yol has said that the DPRK may conduct a nuclear test before the US elections. He believes that the recent disclosure of a nuclear facility by North Korea was an attempt to attract Washington's attention.

News of the World • October 6, 03:39 PM • 19580 views
Kim Jong-un threatens nuclear weapons if sovereignty is threatened

The DPRK leader declared his readiness to use nuclear weapons to defend his sovereignty. Kim Jong-un emphasized that the country will continue its nuclear program, having materials for dozens of warheads.

News of the World • October 3, 11:17 PM • 17610 views
North Korea calls US military aid to Ukraine “an incredible mistake”

North Korea calls $8 billion in US military aid to Ukraine an “incredible mistake. ” The DPRK warned of the risk of nuclear war in Europe due to the escalation of the conflict by the West.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 01:50 AM • 76042 views
More than 700 national security officials endorse Harris for US president

More than 700 national security and military officials have endorsed Kamala Harris for president of the United States. In the letter, they criticize Trump and emphasize the importance of protecting democracy.

News of the World • September 23, 08:00 AM • 18765 views
DPRK confirms new ballistic missile tests

North Korea has tested new tactical ballistic missiles with “super-sized warheads” and modified cruise missiles. The tests were led by Kim Jong-un, who stated the need to expand the country's nuclear capabilities.

News of the World • September 19, 06:03 AM • 13145 views
North Korea to open borders to tourists for the first time after the pandemic

North Korea will open its borders to foreign tourists for the first time in 5 years. Tours will start in December 2024 in Samjiyon, and then likely spread throughout the country.

News of the World • August 15, 03:51 AM • 26182 views
Head of the Olympic Committee Bakh resigns

IOC President Thomas Bach has announced that he will not run for a third term. The 70-year-old German lawyer explained his decision by the need for new leaders and family circumstances.

Sports • August 12, 12:07 AM • 102067 views
Kim Jong-un controls the delivery of new missile systems in North Korea

DPRK leader Kim Jong-un supervises the delivery of a new tactical ballistic missile system to the troops. At the ceremony in Pyongyang, 250 new launchers developed by Kim personally were presented.

Politics • August 5, 12:08 AM • 29248 views
DPRK seeks medicine abroad for Kim Jong-un - AP

North Korean officials are looking abroad for medicines to help dictator Kim Jong-un solve his health problems.

News of the World • July 29, 02:50 PM • 22704 views
North Korea threatens to “completely destroy” its enemies in case of war

North Korea has said it is ready to “completely destroy” its enemies in the event of war when leader Kim Jong Un gives the order.

War in Ukraine • July 28, 01:41 AM • 108829 views
Kim Jong-un orders to speed up production of nuclear weapons

Kim Jong-un orders acceleration of nuclear weapons production to deter potential military threats.

Politics • May 18, 12:06 AM • 30927 views
Kim Jong-un has built a city for the "nuclear elite": you can leave it only with special permits

North Korea has built a city for scientists and military personnel involved in its nuclear program, from which residents are not allowed to leave without special permission.

News of the World • May 13, 01:24 PM • 17676 views
FT: Pyongyang seeks to revive DPRK economy through cooperation with russia

North Korea is seeking to rebuild its economy through trade with russia, benefiting from russian supplies of food, raw materials, and petroleum products.

News of the World • April 28, 10:20 PM • 21078 views
Kim Jong-un watches the test of a new 240mm multiple launch rocket system

North Korea successfully tested a new 240-mm multiple launch rocket system, which was attended by leader Kim Jong-un, who praised its strategic importance for strengthening the country's artillery capabilities.

War in Ukraine • April 26, 02:11 AM • 108028 views
North Korean dictator's sister wants to create “huge military potential” in the DPRK

Kim Yo-jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, said that the DPRK will continue to build its "superior and most powerful military force" to protect its sovereignty, security and regional peace.

News of the World • April 24, 08:35 AM • 17701 views
DPRK conducts nuclear drills, simulating a rapid counterattack

North Korea conducted nuclear exercises using multiple launch rocket systems and a nuclear weapons control system to demonstrate the readiness of its nuclear forces for a rapid counterattack.

News of the World • April 23, 01:56 AM • 23994 views
North Korea fires an unidentified ballistic missile toward the East Sea

North Korea launches an unidentified ballistic missile toward the East Sea, the first such launch since testing a new hypersonic missile.

News of the World • April 22, 07:50 AM • 20335 views
The United States is looking for a new way to enforce sanctions against the DPRK after Russia and China disrupted monitoring activities

The United States is looking for new ways to tighten sanctions against North Korea after Russia and China disrupted UN monitoring efforts. Meanwhile, North Korea has criticized the US ambassador's trip to Asia aimed at strengthening sanctions, calling it a "beggar's tour.

News of the World • April 19, 02:28 PM • 21407 views
South Korea launches its second reconnaissance satellite

South Korea successfully launched its second military reconnaissance satellite to better monitor North Korea, and plans to launch a total of five spy satellites by 2025.

News of the World • April 8, 08:16 AM • 25293 views
North Korea tests new Hwasong-16B hypersonic missile

North Korea has successfully tested a new medium-range hypersonic missile, the Hwasong-16B, which Kim Jong Un called a key element in deterring enemies such as the United States, South Korea, and Japan.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 12:15 PM • 22347 views
Kim Jong-un rides for the first time in a car donated by Putin

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has used a Russian Aurus Senat limousine, a gift from Putin, for the first time, signaling a growing friendship between the two countries.

News of the World • March 16, 09:16 AM • 35118 views
Kim Jong-un leads military exercises and calls for preparations for war

Kim Jong-un personally led large-scale military exercises, including the storming of border posts. He urged the army to prepare for war amid annual joint US-South Korean military exercises, which led to an escalation of tensions with South Korea.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 02:56 AM • 104692 views
South Korean reconnaissance satellite transmits image of DPRK's center

South Korea's first military satellite has successfully transmitted high-resolution images of Pyongyang city center, including the central square and ships in the port.

News of the World • March 4, 02:46 AM • 36702 views
South Korea warns that DPRK factories are working at full capacity to supply weapons to Russia

North Korean military plants are operating at full capacity, supplying artillery shells to Russia in exchange for food and raw materials.

News of the World • February 27, 09:13 AM • 25490 views
Putin presents Kim Jong-un with a Russian-made car

Putin gave Kim Jong Un a Russian-made car during their meeting in February, according to North Korean state media.

Politics • February 20, 12:20 AM • 29863 views
Russia has already fired at least 24 ballistic missiles at Ukraine from the DPRK. The Prosecutor General gave details

Between December 30 and February 7, Russia fired 24 North Korean ballistic missiles at Ukraine, killing 14 civilians.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 03:32 PM • 23328 views
DPRK tests a surface-to-ship missile

North Korea tested a new surface-to-ship missile that flew over the Sea of Japan for more than 1,400 seconds and hit a target boat under Kim Jong-un's supervision.

War in Ukraine • February 15, 12:30 AM • 130619 views
The United States and the Philippines held military exercises: they do not affect the US focus on Ukraine and Gaza

The US and the Philippines conducted joint naval and air patrols in the South China Sea as part of annual military exercises, with a US general saying that this does not affect America's focus on the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 05:58 PM • 28671 views
Kim Jong Un says he has the "legal right" to destroy South Korea

Kim Jong-un threatened to destroy South Korea and called it the "main enemy" during a speech in honor of the founding of the North Korean army.

News of the World • February 9, 11:08 AM • 25835 views
DPRK suspends all economic cooperation with South Korea

North Korea votes to cancel all economic agreements with South Korea and repeal laws governing economic cooperation between the two countries.

News of the World • February 8, 01:48 AM • 33864 views