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North Korean media silent on Kim's whereabouts, health

Key Points

  • N Korean media make no comment on Kim's health
  • Routine reporting of Kim's achievements
  • US, China, S Korea doubt reports Kim ill
  • Trump says 'not put much credence' in reports
  • Trump wishes Kim well 

Seoul | North Korean state media on Wednesday made no mention of leader Kim Jong-un's health or whereabouts, a day after intense international speculation sparked by media reports he was gravely ill after a cardiovascular procedure.

North Korean media presented a business-as-usual image, carrying routine reporting of Kim's achievements, publishing his older or undated quotes on issues like the economy.

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