Coverage dated May 21, 2024

North Korea unveils Kim Jong Un portrait next to predecessors.

Headline from Newsweek

Homes and public offices must display portraits of Kim Jong Il and Kim Il Sung, but including a portrait of the current lead had not been required until now.

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Reports & sources

6 articles, oldest first.

  1. Military.com

    Kim's Portrait Is Publicly Displayed in North Korea. Here's a Look at What It Means (opens Military.com)

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    Military.com's feed description

    The portrait of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was publicly displayed along with those of his father and grandfather for the first time, sparking speculation about the message it sends.

  2. Newsweek

    North Korea unveils Kim Jong Un portrait next to predecessors. (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    Homes and public offices must display portraits of Kim Jong Il and Kim Il Sung, but including a portrait of the current lead had not been required until now.

  3. Green Field Reporter

    Kim's portrait is publicly displayed in North Korea. Here's a look at what it means - The Daily Reporter (opens Green Field Reporter)

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    Green Field Reporter's feed description

    SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The portrait of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was publicly displayed along with those of his father and grandfather for the first time, sparking speculation about the message it sends.

  4. NBC News

    Kim Jong Un's portrait is displayed in North Korea, elevating his cult of personality (opens NBC News)

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    NBC News's feed description

    North Korea displayed the portrait of Kim Jong Un next to those of his father and grandfather — a significant step in cementing his status as leader of the nuclear-armed state.

  5. WFMZ Allentown

    Kim (opens WFMZ Allentown)

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    WFMZ Allentown's feed description

    The portrait of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been publicly displayed along with those of his father and grandfather for the first time. Some experts say Kim Jong

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