Kim Jong Un's Luxury Yachts Spotted Near Wonsan
Satellite images reveal four luxury yachts near Kim Jong Un's villa in Wonsan, North Korea, with the largest featuring a 50-meter pool and water park, suggesting use by the leader and his family.
Consensus
- Four large yachts were observed near Kim Jong Un's villa in Wonsan using satellite images.
- The largest yacht is approximately 80 meters long and has a 50-meter pool with a water park on its deck.
- The yachts were visible in satellite images taken from July to mid-October.
- The yachts are believed to be used by Kim Jong Un and his family.
- The presence of the yachts coincides with periods when Kim Jong Un was absent from public view.
- North Korea does not officially disclose ownership of the yachts.
- Experts and former officials believe only high-ranking officials or the leadership family could use such vessels.
Points of divergence
- The largest yacht moved to the Kalma Peninsula near the leader's family villas at the beginning of July after several months of maintenance. — novaya_eu
- The cost of the yachts is unknown, but similar models are estimated to cost tens of millions to over $100 million. — novaya_eu
- According to a UN report from 2025, about 40% of North Korea's population suffers from hunger. — novaya_eu
Coverage (2 sources)
- Four luxury yachts found at the leader of North Korea. One of them has a pool and water park — Новая газета Европа
- Kim Jong Un's Yachts Appear on Satellite Images. What Luxury Looks Like for the Ruling Elite of North Korea — BBC News Русская служба