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Conversation: North Korea criticizes Japan for official's remark on possessing nuclear weapons NHK

A: Hey! Did you hear anything crazy in the news?
B: No, what's up?
A: North Korea is *really* mad at Japan!
B: Seriously? What happened?
A: Apparently, a Japanese government guy said Japan *should* have nuclear weapons.
B: Wow! That’s a pretty big statement.
A: Yeah! He said it kind of secretly, off the record.
B: Oh no! That’s not good.
A: North Korea thinks it wasn't a mistake. They say Japan’s been wanting this for a long time.
B: That's a harsh accusation.
A: They’re saying Japan pretends to want a nuclear-free world, but secretly wants its own weapons.
B: That's a lot of drama!
A: Exactly! They're calling Japan's military moves "dangerous."
B: And what about North Korea?
A: They're still saying they need nukes to defend against the US. And they don’t want to get rid of them.
B: I heard they might even do another nuclear test soon…
A: Apparently, Kim Jong Un could decide that anytime. Crazy, right?
Summary
North Korea is angered by a Japanese official's suggestion Japan should have nuclear weapons. NK accuses Japan of hypocrisy, claiming a long-held desire for nukes. NK reaffirms its own nuclear program for US defense, with possible upcoming tests. #NorthKorea #Japan #NuclearWeapons
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ID: 78f03cd8-40bf-457a-9059-8a9d74416cf6

Category ID: conversation_summary

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251221_09/#conversation

Date: Dec. 21, 2025

Notes: 2025-12-21

Created: 2025/12/21 15:40

Updated: 2025/12/22 15:33

Last Read: 2025/12/22 15:33

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