North Korean leader Kim Jong-un said he was ready to mobilize "all means at his disposal" against the enemy in the event of provocation. He made the remarks during his visit to Kim.
Jong-il Military and Political University on April 10, the same day as South. Korea's parliamentary elections. South Korea's ruling party suffered a crushing defeat to the legislative elections. The Democratic Party (PD, center left), the main opposition party, is in favor of a less aggressive approach towards Pyongyang. The result is good news for Kim, especially in view of a return to power of former US President Donald Trump in November, according to analysts.. Experts say Mr. Trump, who held historic but ultimately unsuccessful summits with Mr. Kim during his presidency, could foster rapprochement with Pyongyang if he returns to the White House. The time has come to prepare more than ever for a war, he also said, adding that his country must “be more firmly and perfectly prepared”