50% off limited time offer

Subscribe

North Korea

Ifang Bremer

Kim Ju-ae: North Korea’s next leader or just a prop for her father?

The adolescent’s growing visibility has led to speculation that she may be Kim Jong-un’s successor – or it could just be a bid to soften his image

Sun 3 May 2026

Latest

Ifang Bremer
South Korea says Kim Jong Un’s daughter has entered a ‘successor’ stage. The reality is murkier

Tue 17 Feb 2026

South Korea says Kim Jong Un’s daughter has entered a ‘successor’ stage. The reality is murkier
Nga Pham
North Koreans once risked their lives to tune in. Now silence reigns

Sat 9 Aug 2025

North Koreans once risked their lives to tune in. Now silence reigns
North Korea’s war in Europe

7 mins • S1, E1091

North Korea’s war in Europe

About

Contact usFAQsAbout us
Work with usCareersEditorial policy

Join

Journalism school
EventsShop

Follow

The Observer
The Observer Magazine
The ObserverNew Review
The Observer Food Monthly
Copyright © 2025 Tortoise MediaPrivacy PolicyTerms & Conditions