CLEAN : North Korea is 'developing tactical nuclear weapons': analyst

The transcript discusses North Korea's development of tactical nuclear weapons to gain leverage on the Korean Peninsula and potentially blackmail the U.S. into withdrawing from Korea. It highlights their focus on short-range ballistic and cruise missiles due to blocked sanctions by China and Russia. North Korea's ultimate goal is to either fully develop nuclear capabilities or negotiate with the U.S. for sanctions relief in exchange for reducing their nuclear potential.

What are the potential consequences of North Korea's nuclear ambitions for international relations?

In what ways might North Korea negotiate with the United States regarding its nuclear program?