Kim Ju Ae

A 13-year-old girl, Kim Ju Ae, appears alongside North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, sparking debate about her potential as his successor.

Kim’s economy booms on war sales, sanctions evasion and China’s helping hand

Kim Jong Un inspected a new warship with his daughter before Xi Jinping's visit.

Kim Jong Un showcases a new warship ahead of Chinese leader Xi Jinping's visit.

Kim Jong Un showcases a new warship ahead of Chinese leader Xi Jinping's visit.

North Korea's shadow economy fuels the Kim dynasty's power and upcoming succession.

Kim Jong Un and his teenage daughter conduct "invasion rehearsal" drills, firing live rockets in response to US-South Korean military training.

UN issues chilling North Korea nuclear weapons update in 'arms race' warning

North Korea conducts its second cluster warhead missile test in April, launching five upgraded missiles.

North Korea tests new ballistic missiles capable of reaching the US and South Korea.

North Korea tests cluster munitions in a launch observed by Kim and his daughter.

South Korea's spy agency considers Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter as his likely successor.

South Korea's spy agency views Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter as his likely heir.

Kim Jong Un's daughter tested a new anti-drone tank. The event signifies North Korea's military advancements.

North Korea tested nuclear-capable rocket launchers. The drill has a 420-km striking range. Kim Jong Un attended with his daughter.

Kim Jong-un visited a munitions factory with his daughter Kim Ju Ae. He tested a new pistol model and requested expanded industrial capacity.

North Korea's Kim Jong Un conducted a missile test with his daughter. Two new destroyers were recently added to the service.

North Korea's growing pet culture widens the wealth gap between rich and poor citizens.

Kim Yo Jong, North Korea's powerful vice leader, declared her nation will never surrender nuclear weapons and will exponentially expand its arsenal, rejecting US denuclearization efforts as an "anachronistic dream" ahead of Chinese President Xi's summit visit.

Kim Jong Un inspects a new warship ahead of Chinese president's visit to North Korea.

Kim Jong Un showcases a new warship ahead of Xi Jinping's visit, vowing to build a nuclear-armed navy.

Kim Jong Un showcases a new warship ahead of Chinese leader Xi Jinping's visit.

Russian security assistance is creating problems on the Korean Peninsula by bolstering North Korea's capabilities.

North Korea tests multiple ballistic missiles with cluster bomb warheads under Kim Jong Un's supervision.

UN atomic watchdog chief Rafael Grossi warns North Korea's nuclear weapons programme is rapidly expanding despite international sanctions, possessing approximately 50 warheads with material for 40 more, escalating global arms race concerns and regional security threats.

North Korea test-fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles on April 20, 2026, with leader Kim Jong Un and his daughter present, continuing escalating weapons demonstrations by the nuclear-armed state.

North Korea tests cluster munitions in a launch observed by Kim and his daughter.

North Korea tests cluster munitions under Kim Jong Un's observation, enhancing its defense penetration capabilities.

Seoul's spy agency reportedly considers Kim Jong Un's 13-year-old daughter as his potential successor.

Iran's potential war may lead to a new nuclear age. Nuclear weapons are central in a way not seen since the Cold War.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his daughter participated in army training. They rode a tank together after watching rocket launches and firing pistols.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a test-launch. The launch involved 600mm-calibre multiple rocket launchers.

Kim Jong Un and his daughter Kim Ju Ae tested new pistols. Kim Ju Ae, 13, has been increasingly visible since her first appearance at a missile test.

Kim Jong Un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, attends North Korea's cruise missile tests, likely to be his heir.

Xi Jinping's visit to North Korea highlights the significance of China-North Korea relations, overshadowed by speculation about Kim Ju Ae's succession.

Kim Yo Jong declared North Korea will never relinquish nuclear weapons and reject denuclearization efforts, ahead of Xi Jinping's summit visit, while the regime unveiled new uranium-enrichment facilities and plans to expand missile production 2.5 times within five years.

Kim Jong Un reveals nuclear warship plans with his teenage daughter by his side.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un demonstrated a new nuclear-capable warship and pledged to accelerate nuclear-armed navy development ahead of Chinese leader Xi Jinping's visit, showcasing expanded military capabilities amid persistent tensions.

Kim Jong Un's daughter gains attention for her modern fashion sense.

Russian security assistance has significantly upgraded North Korea's ballistic missile capabilities, including improved accuracy and cluster munitions, while deepening Moscow-Pyongyang cooperation since 2022, substantially elevating security risks for American and allied forces.

Trump may still negotiate with Kim Jong Un despite altered strategic landscape.

UN atomic watchdog chief Rafael Grossi warns North Korea's nuclear weapons program is expanding rapidly, possessing approximately 50 warheads with capacity for 40 more, escalating global arms race concerns amid limited international transparency.

North Korea's Kim Jong Un oversees ballistic missile launch with his daughter, testing cluster bomb warheads.

North Korea tests cluster munitions in a launch observed by Kim and his daughter.

Kim Jong Un and his teenage daughter conduct "invasion rehearsal" drills with live rocket tests.

South Korea's spy agency identifies Kim Jong-un's daughter as his likely successor.

Kim Jong Un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, drove a tank during military drills. She is believed to be 13 years old.

Kim Jong Un oversaw a test of 12 nuclear-capable rocket launchers. The exercise demonstrated the destructive power of tactical nuclear weapons. A specific date for the next test was not mentioned.

North Korea's leader Kim appeared with his daughter, sparking speculation. The event showcased his small gun arsenal. A succession plan may be underway.

Kim Jong Un and daughter Kim Ju Ae inspected an ammunition factory. They directly fired handguns during the visit.