North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has reiterated his push for an extensive growth of the country's military nuclear program in response to perceived threats from the United States. This marks his first direct criticism of Washington since the election of Donald Trump as U.S. President.
During a recent conference with army officials, Kim condemned the U.S. for updating its nuclear deterrence strategies with South Korea and enhancing military cooperation with Japan, which he likened to an 'Asian NATO' that is heightening tensions in the region.
