North Korean leader Kim Jong-un’s wife Ri Sol-ju made her first public appearance for some time during an inspection of missile drills targeting South Korea and the U.S.
It is the first time that Ri, whose activities are normally limited to more ladylike pursuits such as musical performances, has made an appearance at military drills.
On Monday, the 77th founding anniversary of the Workers Party, the Rodong Sinmun and other state media outlets illustrated reports of Kim’s inspection of the drills from Sept. 25 to Oct. 9 with photos that showed Ri by his side.
Though they did not mention her by name, she can be seen alongside her husband watching missile tests.
Pundits speculate that the regime is keen to demonstrate family unity in the ruling dynasty.
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