Flowers for the Dead ?

Is North Korea's Dear Leader, Kim Jong-il dead ? As of 11:30pm 20th of October, 2008- we are not sure.

It's likely he is dead or near death and there is confusion in the two ruling groups as to what actions to take. The leading faction, and most likely eventual winner- is Kim Jong-il's brother-in-law, Jang Song-taek, aged 62 who is supported by General O Kuk-ryol along with some other leading generals. Kim Jong-il's Sons are supported by the current government and other parts of the military. Jang Song-taek, officially or unofficially will be ruling North Korea, along with close support of General O Kuk-ryol very soon- which means tomorrow or in the next two weeks by the latest. If Kim Jong-il is still holding on, he is past the point of no return, the running of the bulls has begun.