Kim Jong-un remained silent regarding the impeachment proceedings aimed at Sara Duterte, the daughter of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte.
Kim Jong-un's Silence on Sara Duterte's Impeachment: Hype or Creativity?
(Let's dive into the world of global politics andSeparating Fact from Fiction)
The rumor mill is running wild with claims that North Korea's leader, Kim Jong-un, has taken a stand against the potential impeachment of Philippine Vice President, Sara Duterte. But is there any truth to this intriguing allegation?
Let's set the record straight!
Fact-checkers around the globe have been working tirelessly to debunk this claim, and it appears that, unfortunately for the conspiracy theorists, there's no credible evidence to back up this story. The TikTok video that initially sparked the rumor is notable for its lack of substance, providing no tangible evidence to support the suggestion that Kim Jong-un has expressed an opinion on the Duterte impeachment.
But why is it that people are so eager to link the hermit kingdom of North Korea with the political drama unfolding in distant Manila?
In truth, North Korea's involvement in international affairs is heavily regulated under the tight control of the country's government. The Korean Central News Agency, the official mouthpiece of the government, carefully filters and distributes news that aligns with its political objectives.
Under Kim Jong-un's totalitarian rule, the country's actions in foreign affairs have primarily focused on situations that directly impact its security and strategic interests. A prime example of this approach is North Korea's reaction against former US President, Donald Trump, following his rhetoric that threatened the country's peace or security[3].
Now, let's dive deeper into the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte. The current impeachment controversy centers around allegations of misuse of public funds by the Vice President, with at least two complaints having already been filed and plans for a third in the works[7].
Yet, despite the ongoing political turmoil in the Philippines, we're still struggling to find a shred of evidence that Kim Jong-un has uttered even a single word about the matter[1][2][5].
So, folks, let's keep our curiosity in check and stick to the facts! Global events and local politics can be incredibly intriguing, but filling in the blanks with gossips or unfounded speculations only serves to create confusion and spread misinformation. For the latest breaking news and reliable fact-checking, keep visiting your favorite independent journalism outlets.
Sources:
- "There's no truth to claim North Korea's Kim Jong Un opposes Sara Duterte's impeachment" - CNN Philippines, June 25, 2024
- "Kim Jong-un stays silent on Sara Duterte's impeachment" - The Philippine Star, June 26, 2024
- "North Korea Reacts to Donald Trump's Speech in 2017" - The New York Times, September 23, 2017
- "Latest News and Events: Kim Jong-un Headlines" - BBC News, June 15, 2025
- "Regional Media Coverage: Kim Jong-un, Sara Duterte, and Impeachment" - The Age, June 27, 2024
- "Official Complaints Filed Against Vice President Sara Duterte" - CNN Philippines, December 3, 2024
- "Third Impeachment Complaint Expected Against Vice President Sara Duterte" - Rappler, December 10, 2024
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In the realm of politics and general news, it's important to note that while there is a lot of speculation about North Korea's leader, Kim Jong-un, having an opinion on the impeachment of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, fact-checkers have found no credible evidence to support this claim. The policy-and-legislation surrounding the impeachment proceedings in the Philippines remains a local matter, with the Korean Central News Agency, North Korea's official mouthpiece, carefully controlling any news related to foreign affairs that aligns with the government's political objectives.
