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Kim: The Country Will Never Abandon Its Nuclear Power Status

Published March 24, 2026, 09:13
Kim: The Country Will Never Abandon Its Nuclear Power Status

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un stated that his country will never abandon its nuclear power status, characterizing South Korea as “the most hostile state.” In a speech to parliament in Pyongyang, Kim emphasized that North Korea will continue to strengthen its nuclear self-defense deterrence and confront hostile forces. Kim rejected the idea of nuclear disarmament in exchange for economic benefits or security guarantees, arguing that nuclear weapons are the real guarantee of the country’s existence and peace. He considered the development of the nuclear arsenal to be fully justified and necessary to counter strategic threats. Kim’s statements come at a time of increased tension in the region, against the backdrop of US actions in other countries, such as Iran and Venezuela. Analysts in South Korea estimate that Kim sees these actions as strengthening his decision to continue developing North Korea’s nuclear capabilities. Kim pledged to treat South Korea as an enemy and to make it pay for any act that harms North Korea. His speech covered a wide range of topics, from nuclear weapons and defense policy to economic goals and relations with South Korea and the United States.