North Korea military chief 'relieved of post'
North Korean military chief Ri Yong-ho has been removed from all official posts, according to state media.
As well as being head of the army, he was vice-chairman of the powerful Central Military Commission and held top posts in the ruling Workers Party.
In a short statement, the party said Mr Ri had been removed from his posts "because of illness".
Posted by: Water Modem 2012-07-16 |