US President Donald Trump announced Monday evening that he was aware of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's health and wished him "good luck", in a statement that would dispel doubts surrounding Kim's deterioration or his death.

"I hope he is well," Trump said during a press conference from the White House lawn.
"I cannot tell you exactly. Yes, I have a good idea (about his condition), but I can't talk about that now. I will just wish him the best of luck. ”

The US President stressed that the media will "possibly" obtain information in this regard "in the very near future."

News about Kim Jong Un's health sparked many speculation recently, especially after his absence from the celebration of his grandfather's birthday and the founder of the North Korean regime on April 15.

The South Korean president's national security advisor, Moon Jae-in, played down the rumors on Monday, stressing that Kim is "alive and well."

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