Kim Jong Un’s sister says she is unaware of Trump contact

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Kim Jong Un’s sister said she was “completely unaware” of whether he contacted U.S. President Donald Trump. The remark responds to questions about any direct communication between Kim and Trump.

WHO: Kim Jong Un’s sister

WHAT: Said she is “completely unaware” of whether Kim Jong Un contacted Trump

WHEN: Reported Aug 19, 2026 at 12:57 PM ET

WHERE: Location not specified

WHY: She was responding to questions about whether Kim Jong Un contacted U.S. President Donald Trump.

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