Nearly three weeks after North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's no-show at a key event sparked rumours he was seriously ill or even dead, state media published photos Saturday showing him in public.

Why North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's health matters

In a series of social media speculations, Kim Jong-un’s death has twittered across platforms over the last couple of weeks. The 36-year-old North Korean Supreme Leader reportedly underwent a heart surgery recently, which may have gone awry.

As rumours of Kim Jong-un's demise intensify, UN denies having information

South Korea says that Kim Jong Un could be protecting himself from the Coronavirus. Meanwhile Sydney's Bondi beach has reopened for swimmers.

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The secrecy around the health of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un keeps the rumour mills spinning. Is there any merit to the reports of Kim Jong Un's death?

Gravitas: Kim Jong Un: Dead or Alive?

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un owns a custom designed yacht, 17 palaces and a private island.

Gravitas:  Kim Jong Un's over-the-top lifestyle

US President Donald Trump has a "very good idea" about the status of Kim Jong Un but he can't talk about it now. Or so he says. Trump's statement came amid rumours about the ill health of the North Korean leader.

Trump has 'a very good idea' about Kim Jong Un's status. But he won't talk about it

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is "alive and well", a top security adviser to the South's President Moon Jae-in said, downplaying rumours over Kim's health following his absence from a key anniversary.

Kim Jong Un 'alive and well,' top security adviser to South Korea's president says

On April 14, South Korea reported that North Korea conducted tests of short-range cruise missiles of its coast in honor of Kim’s grandfather’s birthday.

South Korea Says Kim Jong Un Is 'Alive And Well'

China on Friday sent a team of experts, including several medical professionals, to North Korea to provide guidance on the health condition of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.

China sends medical team to check on Kim Jong-un

Recently news about North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un's ill health has been circulating. There are also rumours of the leader passing away. However, there has been no official word from North Korea or its allies.

Questions arise over Kim Jong-un's successor as rumours about his death

Reports about North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's ill health have been circulating for the past week. The questions surfaced after he missed the anniversary of the birthday of North Korea’s founding father and Kim’s grandfather, Kim Il-sung, on 15 April and later missed the Army Day celebrations on Friday.

Kim Jong Un's train possibly spotted in resort town; rumours surrounding his death continue

Reports about North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's ill health have been circulating for the past week. The questions surfaced after he missed the anniversary of the birthday of North Korea’s founding father and Kim’s grandfather, Kim Il-sung, on 15 April. and later missed the Army Day celebrations on Friday. While there has been no guaranteed news or statement released by the officials, according to satellite images reviewed by a Washington-based North Korea monitoring project, a special train probably belonging to the leader was spotted in a resort town.

Kim Jong Un's train possibly spotted in resort town

US President Donald Trump wished North Korea's Kim Jong Un "well" on Tuesday but stopped short of directly commenting on the reclusive leader's health amid reports he underwent surgery.

'I wish him well': Trump on North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's ill reports

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un may be in “grave danger” after the cardiovascular surgery, CNN reported on April 21, citing a US official with direct knowledge of the matter.

North Korea's Kim Jong Un may be in 'grave danger' after surgery: Report

The relationship between North Korea and the United States continues to sour, with both sides issuing constant threats and statements against each other, especially with Donald Trump in power.

North Korea denies sending a 'nice note' to Donald Trump

While a North Korean deadline for the United States to soften its stand on denuclerisation talks passed uneventfully over the New Year, state media and propaganda efforts have been focussing on the prospect of a long confrontation with the United States.

North Korea urges citizens to 'break through barriers' as nuclear standoff continues

The aunt of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made her first public appearance in about six years, state media reported Sunday, quelling rumours that she was purged or executed by her nephew.

Kim Jong Un's aunt reemerges after speculation about her fate

South Korea's President Moon Jae-in said on Tuesday that there is a "desperate need" for practical ways to improve ties with North Korea and he was ready to meet with the reclusive leader in Pyongyang repeatedly if necessary.

In desperate need of practical ways to improve inter-Korean cooperation: South Korea President

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Funeral procession of Qasem Soleimani, thousands Iranian mourn Soleimani's death

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Iran: Thousands pay respect to Qasem Soleimani

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Iran MPs chant 'Death to America' as Soleimani's body brought back to Tehran

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Trump's rivals to the White House condemn Iran strike, suggested to avoid war

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Fresh airstrikes in North Baghdad, 6 killed & 3 injured

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