Kim Jong Un: Nukes Key to Staying Safe

0:00On March 25, North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un delivered a tough speech this week, blasting the United States for what he called world-wide terror and hostile actions. Speaking right after his reappointment to a third term, he made it clear his country won't give up his nuclear arsenal, seeing it as the key to, staying safe. This came during his first big address to the Supreme People's Assembly in Pyongyang on Monday. While he ramped up the criticism of Washington, experts noticed he skipped any direct jabs at President Donald Trump, which some read his leaving room, for talks down the line. The talks stirred reactions because it seemed to push back against ideas that North Korea could be squeezed like Iran or Venezuela have faced lately, from U.S. moves. I team passed and framed his nation's nukes as a smart long-term choice, proven right by recent world events. Now, with the nuclear program locked into the country's constitution, North Korea says it's shifted from just defending itself to being able to strike.

1:03Back if pushed, that legal step underlines how firm they are on this path. Whether rivals pick fights or seek calm, Kim stressed his side is ready either way, keeping the focus on strength amid ongoing tensions. Stay in the know with entertainment and celebrity news today. AI-powered updates. I'm Corey with The Story.