North Korea Condemns Rubio's 'Rogue State' Remark in First Criticism of Trump Administration

Pyongyang denounces U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's comments as hostile and vows tough counteraction while maintaining a confrontational stance.

North Korea's Foreign Ministry criticized Secretary of State Marco Rubio for labeling it a 'rogue state' during a recent interview, calling the remarks 'coarse and nonsensical.'
The statement marks North Korea's first direct criticism of the second Trump administration, reflecting its continued hard-line stance toward the United States.
Pyongyang accused the U.S. of maintaining a hostile policy and warned of 'tough counteraction' in response to perceived provocations.
Despite President Trump's recent comments expressing interest in reviving diplomacy with Kim Jong Un, North Korea has shown no signs of softening its rhetoric or halting its weapons programs.
Experts suggest North Korea's expanded nuclear arsenal and closer ties with Russia may embolden its confrontational approach toward the U.S. and its allies.