North Korea’s Kim slams US ‘state terror’ but spares Trump in third-term address

South China Morning Post Political StrategyNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Park Chan-kyongMarch 24, 2026 at 07:55 AM

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In a speech to North Korea's Supreme People's Assembly on Monday, Kim Jong-un accused the United States of "state terror" globally and reiterated North Korea's commitment to its nuclear arsenal. While confirmed for a third term as head of state, Kim notably refrained from directly criticizing Donald Trump, a move analysts suggest aims to keep diplomatic options open. Kim's address appeared designed to differentiate North Korea from countries like Venezuela and Iran, seemingly preempting comparisons regarding potential US intervention. He stated North Korea is prepared to respond to either confrontation or peaceful coexistence from its adversaries. The speech highlights North Korea's continued defiance and nuclear ambitions amidst ongoing international tensions.

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The US is committing acts of state terror and aggression.

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Kim was confirmed to a third consecutive term as head of state.

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North Korea vowed to never surrender its nuclear weapons.

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Kim accused the United States of “state terror”.

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Kim Jong-un addressed the Supreme People’s Assembly.

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Iran 40% Venezuela 40% Pyongyang 40% Korean Central News Agency 50% Supreme People's Assembly ×260% Donald Trump 70% Kim Jong-un ×290% United States ×290% North Korea ×6100%

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north korea 100% kim jong-un 90% nuclear weapons 80% us 80% state terror 70% diplomacy 60% supreme people’s assembly 50% third term 50% donald trump 40%