North Korea has acknowledged the elimination of leader Kim Jong Un's uncle from power for "anti-state" acts and "double dealing."
According to the state media, Jang Song Thaek had formed a faction in the ruling party by creating an illusion about him and distorting and weakening the party goals, Fox News reports.
South Korean intelligence officials said two of Jang's aides were executed for corruption.
According to the South Korea's Unification Ministry, the documentary footage of Kim's inspection visit to a military unit was edited so as to remove his uncle in a total of 17 scenes and this confirmed the initial report of Kim's uncle being removed from power.
However, South Korean officials said that they do not believe that Jang has lost his life, nor is he in any physical danger.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app