This, Kim said, made it impossible for the United States to start a war against North Korea. Russia offers to mediate de-escalation talks between U.S. and North Korea2:05"The entire United States is within range of our nuclear weapons, and a nuclear button is always on my desk. Despite increased international sanctions imposed over the weapons programme, North Korea made progress in areas like fabrics, shoes and tractors, Kim said. "What North Korea is most afraid of is being forgotten in the international arena," he said. Kim also stressed North Korea's economic achievements during the speech, and noted the importance of improving the nation's standard of living.

Source: CBC News January 01, 2018 01:30 UTC