North Korea rejected call for denuclearization.

PYONGYANG, 11 July 2026 (TON): North Korea criticised NATO following this week's summit, accusing the alliance of expanding military cooperation and increasing tensions in Europe and the Asia-Pacific region.

Pyongyang argued that NATO's defence initiatives and closer ties with regional allies were contributing to confrontation rather than stability. It also rejected calls for its denuclearization.

North Korea said future denuclearization efforts should instead focus on US allies and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its nuclear capabilities to safeguard national security.