Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter being positioned as successor, South Korea says

2026-02-12 - 11:15

South Korea's intelligence agency believes Kim Jong Un is grooming his teenage daughter, Kim Ju Ae, as his successor, signaling a potential fourth-generation dynasty. Her increasing public appearances at key events, including military functions and a visit to a sacred mausoleum, suggest a formal designation is imminent. This marks a significant shift in North Korea's traditionally male-dominated leadership.