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North Korea defence minister dismissed: state media

North Korean state media reported a major military reshuffle on Sunday, confirming the replacement of Defence Minister No Kwang Chol as part of a wider leadership reorganization.

AFP WORLD
Published August 30,2026 12:56 AM
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North Korean state media on Sunday reported a shuffling of the country's military leadership, including the dismissal of defence minister No Kwang Chol.

No was dismissed and removed from the ruling party leadership during a meeting on Saturday led by Kim Jong Un, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said.