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North Korea Criticizes U.S. and Allies Over Denuclearization Plans

North Korea rebukes the U.S. and regional allies for denuclearization endeavors and plans to strengthen its nuclear capabilities under Kim Jong Un's leadership.

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  1. North Korea slams U.S. and Asian rivals for 'absurd' denuclearization plans

    North Korea’s nuclear program is no longer an independent issue but connected with broader challenges created by Russia’s war on Ukraine and further complicated by weakened sanctions enforcement against Pyongyang.

    North Korea slams U.S. and Asian rivals for 'absurd' denuclearization plans

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  2. North Korea slams US and Asian rivals for pursuing 'absurd' plans to denuclearize North

    North Korea’s nuclear program is no longer an independent issue but connected with broader challenges created by Russia’s war on Ukraine and further complicated by weakened sanctions enforcement against Pyongyang.

    North Korea slams US and Asian rivals for pursuing 'absurd' plans to denuclearize North

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  3. North Korea Slams US and Asian Rivals for Pursuing 'absurd' Plans to Denuclearize North

    North Korea’s nuclear program is no longer an independent issue but connected with broader challenges created by Russia’s war on Ukraine and further complicated by weakened sanctions enforcement against Pyongyang.

    North Korea Slams US and Asian Rivals for Pursuing 'absurd' Plans to Denuclearize North

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Feb 18th, 2025, 2:38 AM ET

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North Korea has condemned the denuclearization objectives pursued by the U.S. and its Asian allies as 'absurd' and expressed intentions to enhance its nuclear arsenal. This criticism followed a meeting among top diplomats from the U.S., South Korea, and Japan aimed at fortifying military cooperation and sanctions against North Korea. The North's Foreign Ministry warned of potential counteractions if its security is perceived to be at risk, as Kim Jong Un’s administration shifts focus toward military collaboration with Russia amidst evolving geopolitical tensions in the region.

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