Kim Jong Un's sister comments on Trump's move, calls South Korea's situation 'deserved misfortune'

Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has sharply criticized South Korea's current situation, labeling it a "deserved misfortune." She attributed this to the South Korean authorities' "unrealistic and anachronistic illusions" and their subservient approach to their "master," referring to the United States.

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This sudden turn of events is a deserved misfortune caused by the unrealistic and anachronistic illusions and security concept of the South Korean authorities, who blindly follow their master.

Her strong remarks followed North Korea's launch of more than 10 short-range ballistic missiles into the East Sea. This military action occurred just hours after U.S. President Donald Trump publicly stated his intention to meet with Kim Jong Un later in the year, aiming to revive a connection he felt existed during his first term. Trump also noted North Korea's possession of "57 very powerful" nuclear weapons.

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This is what is called a deserved punishment.

Kim Yo Jong's statement specifically targeted South Korean President Lee Jae Myung's recent comments advocating for peace efforts with North Korea. She dismissed his remarks as "hypocritical," suggesting they were an attempt to curry favor with Washington while simultaneously claiming a pursuit of "independent national defense." She asserted that South Korea is "reaping what it has sown."

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Despite the heightened tensions and missile launches, Kim Yo Jong indicated that Kim Jong Un maintains positive sentiments towards President Trump. She stated that the North Korean leader has "good memories and feelings" for Trump and that their relationship remains "excellent." However, she added that she was unaware of any current direct communication between the two leaders.

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good memories and feelings