A Military Purge Underway In North Korea?

North Korea's military generals break down as they express their grief for late leader Kim Jong-il. Photo Reuters

Kim Jong-un Purges 31 Top North Korean Military Leaders -- Business Insider

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has "purged" 31 top North Korean military leaders since becoming the Supreme Leader of North Korean, according to a South Korean lawmaker.

Rep. Yoon Sang-hyun, a member of South Korea's ruling party, made the comments, Yonhap News Agency reports.

The news follows earlier reports of a power struggle between Kim's camp and the powerful North Korean military. After one key military boss, Ri Yong-ho, was ousted earlier this year, there were reports of a gun battle that may have left him dead, and even troops marching on Pyongyang.

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Update: N.Korean Vice Defense Chief Executed by Firing Squad -- Chosun Ilbo

My Comment: The one year anniversary of his ascension is fast approaching for North Korean leader Kim Jong-un .... I guess he wants to get rid of any dissenters or doubters of his authority.

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