Kim Jong Un Oversees Rocket Launch with Daughter Present
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un recently participated in a live-fire test of multiple rocket launch systems, accompanied by his teenage daughter. This event took place on Saturday amidst ongoing military exercises conducted by the U.S. and South Korea, according to state media reports.
The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported that Kim supervised a training exercise that featured 12 ultra-precision 600mm multiple rocket launchers along the east coast of North Korea. Meanwhile, South Korea’s military announced it had detected approximately 10 ballistic missiles being launched near Pyongyang.
South Korea’s National Security Council condemned the missile launches, stating they violated United Nations resolutions that ban North Korea from conducting such tests. Kim claimed that the drill showcased the devastating abilities of North Korea’s tactical nuclear forces, declaring that any action taken with these weapons would result in severe damage to the opposing military infrastructure.
Photos shared by state media showcased Kim and his daughter, believed to be around 13 or 14, as they were seen next to launch trucks. Since late 2022, she has been seen alongside him at military events, leading to speculation about her potential role as a future leader.
The live-fire test took place shortly after joint military drills by the U.S. and South Korea, which North Korea often criticizes as preparations for invasion. Recently, reports indicated that Kim assigned his daughter a significant role within the “Missile Administration,” an organization responsible for overseeing the nation’s nuclear capabilities.
