
Kim Jong Il died in 2011 and is not alive in 2026.
His son, Kim Jong Un, has been the Supreme Leader of North Korea since 2011.
Kim Jong Un continues to lead North Korea as of 2026. The nation frequently conducts military exercises. North Korea recently stated its live fire drill demonstrated 'huge destructive power'.
North Korea maintains a notable presence in regional security discussions. GeoGazet tracking shows 100 total tracked events related to the nation. Kim Jong Un holds a current influence score of 29/100.