Linda Thomas-Greenfield: “They have been isolated in the international community. And this is a desperate action by a country that does not have…”

Basic humanitarian assistance should never be held hostage to political disagreements.

Absolutely. We have been clear since the Biden administration came on board that we are prepared to have an open dialogue with the North Koreans without preconditions.

The president has been clear. The secretary has been clear in his discussions with the Israelis that there has to be a plan to ensure for the safety of civilians in Gaza.

The UN Security Council to press Russia to support.