On the recordJune 15, 2009
Under no circumstances would North Korea be allowed to possess nuclear weapons.
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transcripts.cnn.comUnder no circumstances would North Korea be allowed to possess nuclear weapons.
President Obama emphasizes the U.S. stance on North Korea's nuclear capabilities during a meeting with the South Korean president.
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