Kim Jong Un Backs Iran, Trump Warns: Military Response Awaits Any Country That Joins In.
Tensions in the Middle East just got a new player. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has publicly declared support for Iran, warning that any country that attacks Tehran will face serious consequences. Hours later, U.S. President Donald Trump fired back, dismissing Pyongyang’s statement and saying any nation that provides military backing to Iran will be met with a direct U.S. response. *Kim Jong Un: "Iran Is Not Alone"* Speaking through North Korean state media, Kim Jong Un said Pyongyang stands firmly with Iran. "Iran is not alone. North Korea stands with Iran and will continue to do so," Kim said. He went further, issuing a warning to any nation considering strikes on Iran. "Any country that attempts to attack Iran could face severe consequences," Kim declared. The statement marks one of North Korea’s strongest public endorsements of Iran to date. While the two countries have had diplomatic and suspected military cooperation for years, Kim rar...