North Korea’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for International Organizations, Kim Sung-kyung, has characterized United States policy on the global stage as arbitrary and marked by double standards. He argues that such conduct undermines world peace and has transformed the UN Security Council into a platform for confrontation, a claim attributed to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).
The diplomat cited a recent instance in which the United States vetoed a draft resolution proposed by the United Arab Emirates. The UAE had called for an immediate cessation of hostilities between Israel and Palestine, a move Kim views as a test of the international community’s commitment to peace.
Kim Sung-kyung expressed regret that the international community’s shared aspiration for swift peace and stability in the Middle East was once again overridden by what he described as rigid dogmatism and the unilateral stance of a permanent member of the Security Council. The remarks reflect his broader assessment of the power dynamics at play within the council.
According to Kim, Israel’s actions amount to what he calls atrocities and constitute the most dangerous threat to regional peace and security. He contends that U.S. political support for Israel represents a troubling scenario that threatens the foundations of global peace and stability.
Kim further asserted that the present regional crisis underscores a perceived failure by the United States to uphold the Security Council as an institution dedicated to peace and stability. He warned that the council risks becoming a zone of conflict where unequal standards and injustice prevail, rather than a forum that mediates and prevents war.
Ryu Ju Hyun, previously an international columnist for KCNA, commented on the broader implications of American military aid to Ukraine. In a recent piece, Ryu argued that such support could be viewed as a suicidal course that prolongs the fighting rather than bringing it to a quick conclusion. The analysis suggests that the ongoing conflict is deeply intertwined with Western policy directions.
Ryu also noted that the administration led by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is portrayed as closely aligned with, and in some analyses loyal to, American authorities. The columnist added that Kyiv’s current posture appears to involve participation in what is described as an indirect, contested engagement with Moscow—an arrangement viewed by some observers as unjust and destabilizing to the broader security environment.
In this context, North Korea has previously questioned how Western sanctions, including those imposed by the United States, affect Pyongyang. The discussion centers on the broader strategy of pressure and its effectiveness, as well as the unintended consequences that may arise for regional and international security. The dialogue reflects ongoing North Korean concerns about external interference and the balance of power in international diplomacy.