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Kim Jong-un: Nuclear Arsenal Defends Against U.S. Threats

3/24/2026

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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un stated North Korea's nuclear arsenal deters American terrorism and aggression.
He said North Korea can pose a credible threat to the United States and can retaliate.
Kim criticized U.S. military presence and rejected denuclearization proposals from South Korea, calling it the most hostile state.
He argued the nuclear program has spurred scientific and economic progress and North Korea will not abandon its weapons.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un stated North Korea's nuclear arsenal deters American terrorism and aggression.
He said North Korea can pose a credible threat to the United States and can retaliate.
Kim criticized U.S. military presence and rejected denuclearization proposals from South Korea, calling it the most hostile state.
He argued the nuclear program has spurred scientific and economic progress and North Korea will not abandon its weapons.