Trump confirmed that the U.S. was willing to use nuclear weapons against the DPRK
In conversation with the Prime Minister of Japan, the us leader reiterated the commitment of Washington to defend its allies using both conventional and nuclear capabilities.
WASHINGTON, Sep 4 — RIA Novosti. The US President Donald trump and the Prime Minister of Japan Shinzo Abe on Sunday on the phone discussing the latest nuclear test of the DPRK, the press service of the White house.
“President trump confirmed the commitment of the USA to protect its territory and allies, using the full range of diplomatic (means), conventional and nuclear capabilities”, — stated in the message.
On Sunday, the DPRK announced the successful test of a hydrogen warhead, which is designed to equip Intercontinental ballistic missiles. The order of testing was given by North Korean leader Kim Jong-UN. The DPRK argues that the test of a hydrogen warhead did not lead to a leakage of radiation or other negative environmental impacts.