ANCHORAGE, Alaska – A recent summit between U.S. president Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska failed to yield any breakthroughs in stalled nuclear negotiations, raising concerns about the future of arms control between Washington and Moscow.
Pyongyang – North korea has formally rejected international efforts to denuclearize the Korean Peninsula, declaring its status as a nuclear weapons state “irreversible” and condemning recent actions by the United States as evidence of a “fixed antagonistic intention.” The statement, released by the North korean Central News Agency, comes as the nation continues to advance its nuclear and missile programs, dismissing offers of dialog from the U.S. and South Korea.
This defiant stance escalates tensions in a region already grappling with heightened security concerns. the declaration solidifies North KoreaS position as a nuclear power, complicating future negotiations and raising the stakes for international efforts to prevent further proliferation.The move impacts not only the Korean Peninsula and its allies, but also global security, potentially triggering a new arms race and undermining the international framework for nuclear non-proliferation.
According to the North Korean statement, the country views its nuclear capabilities as a legitimate response to perceived threats from the United states. Pyongyang accused Washington of undermining the international system for nuclear non-proliferation through its own nuclear weapons growth and criticized the U.S. for labeling North Korea‘s nuclear possession as “illegal.”
“We strongly reject the provocative work of the United States of revealing its fixed hostile intention against the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, and we express our serious concern about the negative consequences of this,” the statement read. It further emphasized that North korea’s nuclear status is enshrined in its supreme law and will not be altered.
The announcement follows a recent visit by leader Kim Jong Un to a research institute where a new high-power engine was unveiled, intended for use in a next-generation intercontinental ballistic missile, the Huasung-20. This development underscores North Korea’s ongoing commitment to enhancing its military capabilities despite international sanctions and condemnation.
the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has repeatedly expressed concerns over North Korea’s nuclear program, and the South Korean Yonhap News Agency reported on the condemnation. As of now, North Korea shows no indication of halting its weapons development or returning to the negotiating table.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), comprised of China, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, is rapidly evolving into a significant force on the global stage. Originally conceived as a regional security pact, the SCO now boasts two observer states – Afghanistan and Mongolia – and fourteen “dialog partners” including Egypt, Armenia, Qatar, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, myanmar, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia.
Representing 40% of the world’s population and 25% of global GDP,the SCO has transitioned from a regional focus to a platform with increasingly global ambitions.In a world marked by conflict in Ukraine and the Middle East, the institution is positioning itself as a counterweight to established Western alliances like NATO and the G7.Crucially, the SCO champions multilateralism, a principle seemingly challenged by recent protectionist policies reminiscent of Cold war dynamics.
Prior to its latest meeting, the SCO explicitly voiced support for “an open, obvious, fair, inclusive, and non-discriminatory multilateral trading system, with the central role of the World Trade Organization, and (…) an open global economy.” The outcomes of the 25th SCO meeting demonstrate a clear intent to solidify its role in global trade, especially as geo-economic and geopolitical tensions reshape international exchange routes.Discussions encompassed key areas including politics, security, trade, investment, energy, industry, enduring development, and emerging technologies.
However, the SCO’s stance on current conflicts reveals internal contradictions. While members strongly condemned the “humanitarian disaster” unfolding in Gaza, they refrained from criticizing the situation in Ukraine, effectively aligning with Russia’s narrative and its claim that a Western-backed coup instigated the conflict in 2014. Similarly, the SCO unequivocally condemned attacks on Iran, particularly those attributed to the United States and Israel targeting its nuclear facilities.
China’s economic support for Russia following Western sanctions underscores a growing strategic alignment. This relationship casts doubt on the sincerity of past interactions between former U.S. President Trump and Russian President Putin, suggesting the latter may have leveraged those meetings for image enhancement and power legitimization.
Perhaps the most significant development is China’s push to establish a development bank and an international platform for energy cooperation and green industries. Beijing pledged $1.4 billion in loans to SCO member states over the next three years, directly countering the impact of U.S. tariffs.Furthermore, China announced the opening of its BeiDou satellite system, offering an alternative to the U.S.-controlled GPS.
Chinese President Xi Jinping articulated the current global climate as “a new period of tumultuous change,and global governance [having] reached a new crossroads,” attributing much of the instability to what he characterized as a “Cold War mentality” emanating from the United States.
(Originally published in El Financiero de México on September 3, 2025, by Omar Cepeda, Host at @ElFinancieroTV and Columnist at @ElFinanciero_Mx and @lasillarota)
WASHINGTON – A clandestine 2019 operation by U.S. Navy SEALs to intercept communications from North Korean leader Kim Jong-un failed after encountering a North Korean vessel and resulting in the deaths of civilian fishermen, according to a report published by The New york Times. The mission, undertaken during Donald Trump’s first term as president, aimed to install advanced electronic listening equipment to monitor high-level North Korean discussions regarding nuclear weapons.
Approximately twenty sources familiar with the operation detailed how the SEALs encountered a boat carrying individuals who were perceived as a threat. Fearing exposure, the U.S. military personnel reportedly shot and killed those on board, later discovering they were not military personnel but civilian fishermen. To conceal the incident and prevent attribution to a foreign military action, the bodies were hidden at sea, even utilizing knives.
The operation was ultimately aborted without the installation of the listening devices,due to the encounter and further complications including an incorrect maneuver by a SEAL minisubmarine. The mission was conducted “blind,” lacking real-time imagery or aerial support due to concerns about detection.Sources within the Trump governance indicated a fear that a failed mission could escalate tensions with North Korea,a nation possessing nuclear weapons and technically still at war with South Korea.
The operation was not disclosed to Congress, a potential violation of federal law, according to some testimonies gathered by The New York Times. The newspaper reported speaking with two dozen individuals connected to the mission, including government officials, Trump administration members, and current and retired military personnel.
While the White House has not officially confirmed the mission,President Joe Biden ordered an self-reliant examination upon taking office in 2021. The Biden administration afterward informed the relevant congressional committee about the operation, albeit secretly. The incident remains largely classified, marking the first public reporting of the event.
SEOUL – Following a meeting between North korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing, North korean staff meticulously cleaned surfaces touched by kim, a practice analysts attribute to stringent security protocols designed to counter foreign intelligence gathering.
The display of apparent camaraderie between Kim and Putin was accompanied by these remarkable measures, revealed in footage circulating on Wednesday, September 3rd. The actions underscore North Korea’s dedication to concealing information, perhaps including details about Kim’s health.
Kremlin reporter alexander Yunashev shared a video on Telegram documenting the cleaning process. two staff members were observed thoroughly scrubbing the backrest and armrests of the chair used by Kim during the more than two-hour meeting. A coffee table positioned next to his chair and Kim’s drinking glass were also removed.
“After the negotiations were over, the staff accompanying the head of the DPRK carefully destroyed all traces of Kim’s presence,” Yunashev stated, referring to North Korea by its official designation.
The meeting concluded with Kim and Putin proceeding to a tea meeting and exchanging warm farewells.
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BEIJING - Russian President Vladimir Putin publicly thanked North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for Pyongyang’s military support in the conflict in Ukraine during a summit in Beijing on Wednesday.Putin specifically acknowledged the contribution of North Korean soldiers in fighting Ukrainian forces in the Korsk region, stating they fought “valiantly.”
The exchange underscores a deepening alliance between russia adn North Korea, both nations facing meaningful international sanctions. North Korea has emerged as a key ally for Russia since the start of the war in Ukraine, providing thousands of soldiers and significant quantities of weaponry. This support has been critical in bolstering Russian forces, notably following a Ukrainian military operation in the Korsk region last year.
Putin stated the initiative to send troops originated with Kim Jong un, adding, “We have never forgotten the sacrifices made by your armed forces and the families of your soldiers.” kim Jong un reciprocated,offering continued support to Russia,declaring,”If there is anything I can or I should do for you and the Russian people,I consider it a duty and a brotherly commitment.”
The meeting took place during a military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War II. The two leaders’ discussion highlights a joint defense treaty signed in 2024, solidifying their commitment to mutual support. Russia faces sanctions related to its invasion of Ukraine, while North Korea is sanctioned for its nuclear weapons program.
Putin’s acknowledgment of North Korean assistance comes as Russia continues to seek allies to sustain its military efforts in Ukraine, now entering its third year.The increased cooperation raises concerns among Western nations about the potential for further escalation and the circumvention of international sanctions.
