Teen daughter of North Korean leader Kim drives a tank
AP News • • world
Key Points:
- Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter, reportedly named Kim Ju Ae and around 13 years old, was shown driving a tank during a military training exercise overseen by her father, according to North Korean state media.
- This public appearance fuels speculation that she may be groomed as Kim Jong Un's successor, as she has been featured alongside him at several high-profile military events since late 2022.
- Experts note that driving a modern tank at low speed on flat ground is not technically difficult, suggesting the act was symbolic rather than a demonstration of military skill.
- South Korea’s intelligence agency recently assessed that Kim Jong Un is close to naming her as heir, though some analysts doubt this due to his relatively young age and North Korea
