The North warned of ‘overwhelming and decisive counteraction’ against its rivals if it perceives its security is under threat.
North Korea criticized the US and Asian neighbors' denuclearization plans as "absurd" and vowed to expand its nuclear forces. This statement followed a meeting between US, South Korean, and Japanese diplomats where they reaffirmed their commitment to denuclearization and sanctions. North Korea warned of "overwhelming counteraction" if threatened and accused the US of hostile policies. The US, South Korea, and Japan agreed to bolster defense and deterrence, including military exercises.
