North Korea's nuclear status non-negotiable, says Kim Jong Un's sister

Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has firmly stated that her country's nuclear weapons status is non-negotiable. She declared that North Korea's standing as a nuclear-armed state is an "irreversible reality," regardless of international recognition. Kim further urged "hostile forces" to abandon any "daydreams" of denuclearization, effectively rejecting diplomatic efforts for nuclear disarmament.

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North Korea's status as a nuclear weapons state is an 'irreversible reality – regardless of whether others recognize it or not.'

Her remarks follow a statement from the U.S. State Department on Friday, which indicated that the United States remains open to dialogue with North Korea "without preconditions" while maintaining its goal of complete denuclearization. North Korea has been under extensive UN sanctions for approximately two decades due to its nuclear and missile programs. Recently, China and Russia have blocked further sanctions in the UN Security Council and prevented the renewal of a UN expert panel tasked with monitoring sanctions implementation.

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Hostile forces should abandon their 'daydreams of denuclearization.'

Kim Yo Jong's influence within North Korea appears to be growing. She is increasingly seen alongside her brother at significant events, leading to speculation about her potential role as a successor. The article notes that information about her is becoming more widely known.

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We remain open to dialogue with North Korea without preconditions and continue to hold to the goal of complete denuclearization of North Korea.