Kim Jong Un Pictured As Unfounded Health Rumors Spread Online
Summary
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was shown in recent state media photos attending a public event after social media rumors claimed he had died from a brain hemorrhage. These rumors began from unverified posts by a Chinese dissident and were denied by South Korean officials who have tracked Kim's continued public appearances.Key Facts
- North Korean state media published photos of Kim Jong Un visiting a clothing exhibition on October 19.
- The photos showed Kim with his daughter and other officials.
- Rumors that Kim had a brain hemorrhage, been hospitalized in Beijing, and died spread on social media but lacked proof.
- These claims originated from a banned Chinese dissident group leader posting on social media.
- South Korean officials reported no evidence supporting Kim’s reported death.
- Kim has been publicly active in several events throughout August and September.
- Past rumors about Kim’s health, including in 2020, also proved untrue.
- North Korea’s government controls information tightly, making independent verification difficult.
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