North Korea calls Trump demands “pointless,” vows nuclear boost

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North Korea criticized Donald Trump’s “pointless” demands and said it would strengthen its nuclear force. The remarks come as Trump seeks another summit with Kim Jong-un after three meetings in 2018 and 2019.

WHO: North Korea

WHAT: North Korea criticized Trump’s demands as “pointless” and vowed to strengthen its nuclear force.

WHEN: Reported Aug 30, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET

WHERE: North Korea

WHY: It was a response to Trump’s demands related to another summit with Kim Jong-un.

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