Trump: "CNN Inaccurate... Hope Kim Jong-un Is Okay" (Comprehensive Report 2)

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[Asia Economy New York=Correspondent Baek Jong-min] On the 23rd (local time), U.S. President Donald Trump (face) referred to CNN's report that North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un is in serious condition after surgery as "inaccurate" and "fake." This marked a change from his ambiguous stance two days earlier during a briefing when he said, "I don't know. I hope he is well." It is noteworthy that he made a judgment based on information about Kim obtained by relevant authorities.

At the COVID-19 task force briefing held at the White House that day, President Trump responded to a question about Kim's health by saying this and added, "I hope he is not experiencing any medical problems."

He emphasized, "I believe that report is inaccurate. Let me put it this way. I believe that report was made by an inaccurate broadcaster." In particular, he claimed, "I heard that the network (CNN) used old documents. I also heard that report was inaccurate." This can be interpreted as implying that CNN reported on Kim's past condition and that U.S. intelligence authorities have confirmed the latest situation that there is no problem with Kim's personal status.

President Trump also openly expressed displeasure toward CNN itself, which has reported negatively about him. When a CNN reporter tried to ask additional questions related to this, he said, "CNN is fake news. Don't talk to me," and did not respond further.

Meanwhile, the Blue House held a National Security Council (NSC) meeting on the 23rd and stated that there were no unusual developments regarding rumors about Kim's health. The NSC has confirmed that Kim is staying in the Wonsan area of Gangwon Province.

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