Kim Jong Il is head of state
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.NEW YORK - North Korea told the UN General Assembly yesterday that Kim Jong Il, son of the late President Kim Il Sung, was the country's new leader and commander of its armed forces.
The statement by Choi Su Hon, the North Korean deputy foreign minister, appeared to end any lingering doubts about whether Kim Jong Il had inherited the mantle of his father, who died 8 July. Mr Choi said that the new head of state enjoyed the absolute trust and infinite respect of the North Korean people Reuter
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments