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An April 13 file photo of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un
An April 13 file photo of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un Source: AAP

Kim Jong Un has not made a public appearance in over two weeks, with North Korean defectors among those closely watching developments.

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Kim Jong Un has not made a public appearance in over two weeks, with North Korean defectors among those closely watching developments.

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