North Korean leader Kim Jong Il died of heart attack.
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North Korea's enigmatic leader Kim Jong Il, who, after succeeding his father 17 years ago, captained his poor, closed nation and antagonized its enemies, is dead, state media reported Monday.
Kim, 69, died at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, according to state media.
A tearful broadcaster reported that Kim died due to "overwork" after "dedicating his life to the people."
Kim suffered "great mental and physical strain" while on a train during a "field guidance tour," North Korea's state-run KCNA news agency reported.


















































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