New threats follow day of celebrations for North Korea

After weeks of tension, North Korea has options to improve relations with the US and South Korea – but it is unlikely to be tempted by Washington’s offer to restart negotiations on its nuclear programme.

After a day of festivities to mark the 101st birthday of its first leader, North Korea today offered new hostile rhetoric against the US and South Korea, which are watching closely for signs whether it will conduct a medium-range missile test in defiance of international concerns.