Kim Jong Un's Daughter Designated Successor

5 UPDATES · 5 DAYS · 12 FEB 2026 — 16 FEB 2026

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Latest · 16 Feb 2026

Kim Jong-un's daughter, Kim Ju-ae, has sparked speculation about a power struggle within the North Korean family, with Kim Yo-jong, her ambitious aunt, potentially challenging her for power.

What this timeline covers

This event covers North Korea's reported preparation to designate Kim Jong Un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, as his successor, including reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments related to this specific occurrence. It excludes other actions by Kim Jong Un, Kim Ju Ae, or North Korea unless they are direct developments of this reported succession plan.

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12Feb

STORY BEGINS — Al Jazeera

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un sets stage for daughter as his successor: Seoul | Kim Jong Un News

BBC

The National Intelligence Service (NIS) has determined that Kim Jong Un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, is now designated as his successor.

Times of India

The National Intelligence Service assesses that Kim Jong Un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, is being positioned as his successor.

The Guardian

South Korea's national intelligence service is monitoring Kim Jong-un's daughter, Kim Ju-ae, for signs she may soon be designated as the country's future leader.

16Feb

LATEST UPDATE — Times of India

Kim Jong-un's daughter, Kim Ju-ae, has sparked speculation about a power struggle within the North Korean family, with Kim Yo-jong, her ambitious aunt, potentially challenging her for power.

Story concluded