Pakistan, Oct. 20 -- Kim Jong-un has appeared in newly released photographs after unverified online claims alleged that the North Korean leader had died. State media reported that he visited a garment and footwear exhibition in Pyongyang on Monday, October 19. His wife, Ri Sol-ju, and daughter, Ju-ae, accompanied him during the visit.

The Korean Central News and Korean Central Television released reports about the visit on Tuesday, October 20. Images showed Kim inspecting women's clothing, children's shoes and other products while speaking with officials. The appearance came as rumours circulated on social media claiming he had suffered a severe brain haemorrhage.

The claims reportedly originated from Chinese dissident Xie Wanjum, who i...