North Korea Warns of Thermonuclear War, Accuses US of Hostility
Kim Jong Un claims past diplomacy with Washington confirmed unchanging US aggression and announces plans for military expansion.
- Kim Jong Un declared the Korean peninsula is at its highest risk of nuclear war, citing escalating tensions with the United States.
- The North Korean leader criticized past negotiations with the US, stating they revealed a persistent policy of hostility and aggression toward Pyongyang.
- Kim emphasized the need for North Korea to bolster its nuclear capabilities, showcasing advanced weapons, including intercontinental ballistic missiles, at a defense exhibition.
- The US and its allies condemned North Korea for strengthening military ties with Russia, including sending troops and weapons to support the war in Ukraine.
- Kim reaffirmed his commitment to expanding North Korea's military power, calling it essential for countering perceived threats from the US and its allies.