Kim Jong Un calls for nuclear expansion to counter US threats

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called for a significant expansion of his nuclear forces, citing U.S. threats. This marks his first direct criticism of the U.S. since Donald Trump’s recent election win. At a military conference, Kim condemned U.S. nuclear strategies with South Korea and Japan, labeling their cooperation as an “Asian NATO.” He also criticized U.S. support for Ukraine, claiming it is part of a broader military agenda against Russia. Kim has strengthened ties with Russia and accelerated North Korea's nuclear development. He has not acknowledged providing military support to Russia, and North Korea has suspended talks with the U.S. and South Korea since 2019.