North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un deliberately faked his death to expose traitors in his circle and who had hopes of taking power from the leader's "death", reports claimed.

Kim Jong-un deliberately faked his death to expose traitors in his circle: Report

There are no signs North Korean leader Kim Jong Un received heart surgery when he disappeared from state media for three weeks, but he reduced public activity due to coronavirus concerns, Yonhap news agency reported on Wednesday.

No signs Kim Jong-un received heart surgery, says South Korean spy agency

Netizens are convinced that a body double was used as a stand-in for the dictator for his latest public appearance.

Kim Jong Un's latest pics spark rumours

A former senior North Korean diplomat apologised on Monday after saying leader Kim Jong-un was likely so ill he could not stand, days before he emerged in state media chain-smoking and walking briskly at an event attended by hundreds of officials, reported news agency Reuters.

North Korea defectors come under criticism over speculating Kim Jong-un's fate

North and South Korea exchanged gunfire in the demilitarised zone on Sunday, increasing the tension a day after pictures of Kim Jong Un's first public appearance after almost three weeks were released.

North, South Korea exchange gunfire at guard post in dimilitarised zone

Kim Jong Un was not spotted in the public eye for three weeks, and missed out on two important holiday celebrations. There were rumours about his ill health, followed by his death, in the media. Watch this video to know more.

Speculations over Kim Jong-un using body double

Hours after Kim Jong Un's images of attending a public gathering published, US President Donald Trump said he is "glad" the North Korean leader is back and healthy.

'Glad he is back and well': Donald Trump on Kim Jong Un's first appearance in three weeks

South Korea will further relax social distancing rules from May 6, allowing a phased re-opening of businesses, as the nation has largely managed to bring the coronavirus outbreak under control, Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun said on Sunday.

South Korea to relax social distancing rules further, starting May 6

As North Korea and South Korea engaged in gunfire across borders on Sunday, South Korean news outlet Yonhap claimed the North Korea leader Kim Jong Un did not go undergo any surgery during the last few weeks.

Kim Jong-un did not go through any surgery: South Korean official claims

Amid speculation over poor health and rumours of possible death, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made his first public appearance on Friday after almost three weeks with an inauguration of a fertilizer factory.

Kim Jong-un makes first public appearance after nearly three weeks amid health rumors

North and South Korea have been a study in stark contrast ever since they got divided after World War II. With the declaration of the Soviet-Japanese War, North Korea was occupied by the Soviet Union and South Korea by the United States, with the boundary between their zones being the 38th parallel. North Korea became a dictatorship. South Korea is a democracy. More than 70 years later, both countries are worlds apart. Watch report.

The story of two Koreas: A classic case study of contrasts

Kim Jong Un makes first public appearance after nearly three weeks

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

Satellite images of luxury boats near dictator Kim Jong Un's favoured villa in North Korea have revealed his current location. Recent movements Kim and his entourage near Wonsan provide further indications he has been at the coastal resort, according to experts who monitor the reclusive regime.

Satellite images of luxury yachts reveal Kim Jong Un 's current location

India has slammed US religious panel report which has reached new levels of misrepresentation. The report says that minorities are under increasing assault in India. Watch report.

India snubs US religious panel: India listed along with Pak, North Korea

What defines Kim jong-un is not just mystery, but also flamboyance. The leader's lifestyle is the opposite of the situation in his country. Article 1 of North Korea's constitution refers to the country as an 'independent socialist state' Which means--- on paper-- North Korea--- is a worker's state.

North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un is all about pomp & glory

South Korea has said that Kim Jong-un, is “alive and well”, downplaying rumours that the North Korean leader was seriously ill after undergoing heart surgery. Watch report.

South Korea confirms Kim-Jong-Un is 'alive and well'

There's intense speculation over the health of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un over the past few days. He has not been seen in public since April 11. He also missed the celebrations of his grandfather's birth anniversary.

Mystery shrouds over North korean dictator Kim Jong-un's no show

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'

North Korea has never publicized who would follow leader Kim Jong Un in the event he is incapacitated, and with no details known about his young children, analysts say his sister and loyalists could form a regency until a successor is old enough to take over. South Korean and Chinese officials on Tuesday (April 21) cast doubt on reports that Kim was gravely ill following a cardiovascular procedure, after his absence from a key state anniversary event triggered speculation about his health.

Is Kim Jong-un's sister Kim Yo-jong a potential successor?

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

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