Seoul: North Korea made it clear that its nuclear weapons are not a “bargaining chip” but are meant for actual use to defend its security and sovereignty.
According to Qatar News Agency, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported that Pyongyang rejected recent remarks from NATO and EU officials who have refused to recognize North Korea as a nuclear-armed state. The agency also criticized calls for the complete and verifiable dismantling of North Korea’s nuclear program, labeling such demands as “irrational.”
North Korea reaffirmed its position that nuclear disarmament will not be part of any negotiations with the United States if talks between the two sides resume. KCNA further stressed that North Korea’s nuclear capabilities are not negotiable, but rather an essential part of its defense strategy to protect its sovereignty and ensure the safety of its people from any threats.