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North Korea FM declares nuclear weapons program 'irreversible' for all ages
Yonhap ENLO·KP · KR·about 20 hours ago
North Korea's Foreign Minister stated the country will retain nuclear weapons 'forever', directly rejecting South Korean President's call for a denuclearized peninsula. This reaffirms a long-standing position, but the explicit 'forever' language signals hardened resolve, complicating diplomatic efforts.
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North Korea has explicitly rejected denuclearization, with its Foreign Minister stating the country will retain nuclear weapons 'forever'. This confirmed position directly counters calls from South Korea, the US, and Japan, signaling a hardened resolve and continued diplomatic deadlock.