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Kim Yo-jong rejects IAEA denuclearization calls, reaffirms DPRK nuclear status
Yonhap ENLO·KP · KR · US·3 days ago
Kim Yo Jong reiterated that denuclearization demands will not affect Pyongyang's defense plans, signaling continued rejection of negotiations. This reaffirms established policy rather than a shift, but underscores the diplomatic impasse. The statement may harden international positions ahead of potential talks.
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North Korea has legally enshrined its nuclear power status, codifying its nuclear arsenal into domestic law. Kim Yo Jong has consistently reiterated that denuclearization demands are futile and that the country's nuclear status is irreversible and absolute, signaling no policy shift. This development solidifies Pyongyang's hardline nuclear posture, complicating future diplomatic efforts.