After North Korea party congress, Kim gifts rifles to officials, daughter

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By APFebruary 28, 2026 at 06:51 AM

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Following a weeklong party congress in late February 2026, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un gifted new sniper rifles to top officials as a sign of trust and gratitude for their commitment since 2021. State media highlighted images of Kim's teenage daughter, believed to be named Kim Ju Ae, handling a weapon at a shooting range, fueling speculation about her potential future leadership role. Kim's sister, Kim Yo Jong, was also promoted to general affairs director of the party's central committee, indicating a broader role overseeing internal operations. The event and Kim Ju Ae's increasing public appearances have intensified speculation about succession planning within the North Korean regime.

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Beijing 30% Korean Central News Agency 40% Xi Jinping 40% South Korea ×250% United States 50% Kim Ju Ae 70% Kim Yo Jong ×270% Workers’ Party of Korea ×270% Kim Jong Un ×790% North Korea ×590%

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