North Korea has claimed the latest test was of a new intercontinental ballistic missile capable of striking anywhere in the U.S. with a nuclear weapon. The launch broke a 75-day lull in testing that had raised hopes for a resumption of dialogue between Washington and Pyongyang. Yun had earlier stated that 60 days without testing would send a signal for talks with Washington. Speaking to reporters Thursday, the envoy said the U.S. would still be open to having dialogue with the North if it stopped its weapons testing and stated its willingness to hold talks. "So really, when there is no progress in diplomatic engagement despite us having reached out, there is no choice but continued pressure policies," he added, referring to economic sanctions and diplomatic isolation.

Source: The Nation Bangkok December 09, 2017 05:26 UTC