North Korea Power Struggle: Kim Jong Un’s Sister vs Daughter Succession Battle Heats Up

North Korea Power Struggle: Kim Jong Un’s Sister vs Daughter Succession Battle Heats Up

Pyongyang/Seoul: February 16, 2026

Internal Kim family rift emerges publicly. South Korea’s NIS reports Kim Jong Un preparing 13-year-old daughter Kim Ju Ae as successor, sparking political clash with powerful sister Kim Yo Jong.

Next Heir Candidates

Kim Ju Ae (Daughter): Seen at missile tests, military events since 2022 debut. Beijing trip September 2025. Possible formal announcement at 14.​

Kim Yo Jong (Sister): 38, North Korea’s #2. Deep military/party influence; key decision-maker.​

Rising Conflict

Male-dominated succession challenged by daughter’s promotion. NIS eyes major event where Ju Ae may get prominent role. Experts warn bloody purge risk if Yo Jong resists power loss.

Ju Ae’s Rise

• First: November 2022 missile test.

• Military factories, parades attended.

• 2025 China visit signals grooming.​

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