North Korea Criticizes Japan's Diplomatic Bluebook as 'Grave Provocation', Reaffirms No Nuclear Abandonment

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North Korea today denounced Japan's annual Diplomatic Bluebook for opposing its nuclear program, labeling it a "grave provocation" and an "infringement of sovereignty." Pyongyang reiterated that its nuclear development path is irreversible and it will not abandon its weapons. The bluebook also expressed concerns about North Korean support for Russia's war in Ukraine and redefined China as an "important neighbor."