Kim Jong-un death rumours resurface as viral claims say body moved to crystal coffin at Kumsusan Palace; sister takeover claims emerge

Oct 22, 2026

Questions over Kim Jong-un's whereabouts have resurfaced after North Korea released photographs purportedly showing him with his daughter at a textile and footwear exhibition. Social media users Jie Lijian and Wanjun Xie have made separate allegations about his death, Kim Yo-jong's alleged takeover and disruptions to North Korean websites. However, the claims remain unverified, and no evidence has confirmed a change in the country's leadership.

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