North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un announced his regime was willing to “freeze” its nuclear program, halt future tests, and meet with the United States Tuesday, shocking the international community as the Hermit Kingdom huddled with South Korean officials.
South Korea’s National Security Director announced Kim’s decision, saying “[North Korea] made it clear that while dialogue is continuing, it will not attempt any strategic provocations, such as nuclear and ballistic missile tests.”
“The North side clearly affirmed its commitment to the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and said it would have no reason to possess nuclear weapons should the safety of its regime be guaranteed and military threats against North Korea removed,” the official added.
President Trump hailed the news on social media Tuesday, saying the US was “ready to go hard” in either direction should Kim decide to resume his nuclear tests.
“Possible progress being made in talks with North Korea. For the first time in many years, a serious effort is being made by all parties concerned. The World is watching and waiting! May be false hope, but the U.S. is ready to go hard in either direction!” tweeted the President.
Possible progress being made in talks with North Korea. For the first time in many years, a serious effort is being made by all parties concerned. The World is watching and waiting! May be false hope, but the U.S. is ready to go hard in either direction!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 6, 2018