North Korea Releases New Photos of Kim Jong Un Amid Death Rumours

North Korea's official news agency, KCNA, has released new photographs of leader Kim Jong Un to dispel widespread social media rumors claiming he had passed away or fallen into a coma after a severe brain hemorrhage.

The rumors gained international traction following posts on X by a US-based Chinese dissident. In response, North Korean state media published photos showing Kim attending a clothing and footwear exhibition in Pyongyang.

In the released images, Kim is seen inspecting women's apparel and children's shoes while giving instructions to officials. His daughter, Ju Ae, reportedly accompanied him during the visit.

While the publication of these photos aims to put an end to the speculation, international reports note that the exact date of the images could not be independently verified.