North Korean leader's aunt may have committed suicide
Voice of Russia and South Korean media reported on January 6 that Kim Kyong Hui, the aunt of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, may no longer be alive.
The last time people saw Kim Kyong Hui was more than 3 months ago, at the concert celebrating the 65th anniversary of the founding of North Korea on September 10 last year, where she was present with her nephew Kim Jong-un and his wife.
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Ms. Kim Kyong-hui, aunt of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. (Source: Yonhap) |
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However, Ms. Kim Kyong Hui was not present at the memorial service for the second anniversary of the death of her brother Kim Jong-il.
According to some sources, Kim Kyong Hui may have committed suicide or died of a heart attack after Jang's execution.
Previously, the media reported on Kim Kyong Hui's serious illness and her secret trip to Russia for treatment./.
According to VNA