Kim vows to 'irreversibly' cement North Korea's nuclear status

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by The Associated Press
March 24, 2026
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North Korea's Kim Jong Un vowed to irreversibly cement the country's nuclear weapons and missile expansion.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed to irreversibly cement his country's nuclear weapons status during a recent speech. Kim expressed pride in North Korea's rapid expansion of nuclear weapons and missiles in recent years, describing the buildup as the "right" choice. The declaration underscores Pyongyang's commitment to maintaining its nuclear arsenal despite international sanctions and diplomatic pressure.

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