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North Korea Reiterates Commitment to Nuclear Arsenal Amid G7 Criticism

North Korea Reiterates Commitment to Nuclear Arsenal Amid G7 Criticism

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ThreatCluster •November 12, 2026 at 15:51 UTC
  • •North Korea rejects G7's denuclearization demands, asserting its nuclear status as constitutional.
  • •Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui accuses G7 nations of double standards regarding nuclear issues.
  • •The G7 reaffirms commitment to North Korea's denuclearization and condemns its military actions.

North Korea's Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui has firmly rejected the G7's calls for denuclearization, asserting that the country's nuclear status is an irreversible constitutional right. Choe condemned the G7's criticism as a violation of North Korea's sovereignty and accused the U.S. and Britain of proliferating military nuclear technology. She emphasized that North Korea's nuclear arsenal serves as a powerful guarantee of national sovereignty and self-defense, aligning with the UN Charter. The G7 foreign ministers, meeting in Paris, reiterated their commitment to North Korea's complete denuclearization and condemned its military support for Russia. Choe dismissed the G7's demands as unrealistic and called for respect for North Korea's nuclear status instead. The situation highlights ongoing tensions on the Korean Peninsula and raises concerns about regional security.

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2026-11-12
North Korea rejects G7 denuclearization demand
Choe Son-hui states North Korea's nuclear status is irreversible and demands respect for its sovereignty.
Koreajoongangdaily
2026-11-12
G7 foreign ministers issue joint statement
The G7 condemns North Korea's nuclear weapons program and reaffirms commitment to denuclearization.
Koreaherald

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Common questions

What is North Korea's current stance on nuclear weapons?
North Korea maintains that its nuclear status is irreversible and demands respect for its sovereignty.
What did the G7 foreign ministers state?
The G7 foreign ministers condemned North Korea's nuclear weapons program and reiterated their commitment to its complete denuclearization.
How does North Korea justify its nuclear arsenal?
North Korea claims its nuclear arsenal is a legitimate exercise of self-defense and a guarantee of national sovereignty.