Stories
Trump's Bizarre Nuclear Missile Logic: Why He's Nice to Xi and Kim Jong Un
N
News18•04-10-2026, 19:49
Trump's Bizarre Nuclear Missile Logic: Why He's Nice to Xi and Kim Jong Un
- •Donald Trump offered a "bizarre" explanation for his cordial relationships with Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, citing their nations' nuclear arsenals.
- •At an Ohio rally, Trump stated, "When people have 112 nuclear missiles, it’s nice to get along," referring to his rapport with Kim Jong Un.
- •Trump's remarks followed a warm summit with Xi and intensified expressions of admiration for Kim, whom he called "a friend of mine."
- •He drew a clear distinction with Iran, vowing Tehran will "never have a nuclear missile," contrasting it with nuclear-armed North Korea.
- •Trump's comments underscore his consistent policy of preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, a central objective of his administration.
Key Questions Answered
Donald Trump explained that it is nice to get along with the leaders of massive nuclear nations, specifically pointing out during a rally that North Korea possesses 112 nuclear missiles.
Trump draws a sharp distinction by noting that North Korea already possesses a nuclear arsenal, whereas Tehran will never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon.
North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui reaffirmed that Pyongyang's nuclear status is permanent, irreversible, and will remain unchanged through all ages.
