S. Korea, U.S., partners reaffirm N. Korea denuclearization goal, back sanctions enforcement

South Korea, the U.S., and 11 allies reaffirmed their commitment to North Korea's denuclearization, supporting recent sanctions targeting Pyongyang's overseas workers, cyber activities, and military ties with Russia. The Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team highlighted North Korea's illicit operations funding its weapons programs. The group urged all UN members, especially Security Council permanent members, to enforce sanctions fully.