Kim Jong-un’s 13-year-old daughter was seen driving a military tank in Pyongyang, signaling her growing public role amid North Korea’s military advancements.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un’s teenage daughter, believed to be around 13 and known as Kim Ju-ae, was photographed driving a military tank with her father during a training exercise in Pyongyang, according to state media KCNA. The images show her at the driver’s hatch while Kim sits behind her, smiling, with military officers on the tank’s hull. This marks another high-profile public appearance, following her recent visibility at firing ranges and other state events. The drill featured a new tank model with enhanced defenses against drones and anti-tank missiles, reflecting North Korea’s ongoing military modernization efforts. While the country has not officially confirmed her name or age, analysts speculate her increasing role may signal she is being groomed for a leadership position. The developments come amid continued advancements in North Korea’s missile and nuclear programs.