The Doomsday Clock moves slightly away from midnight.
In 2018, the world seems like a scary place, with the new Cold War with Russia seemingly brewing, and Donald Trump determined to set off World War III via Twitter – in particular, his squabbles with North Korean Kim Jong-Un, who he consistently refers to as ‘Rocket Man’.
Now however, we can feel a tiny bit safer, as the secluded nation has announced it has suspended missile testing, and will close its nuclear testing site. A statement from the country’s news agency read:
“From 21 April, North Korea will stop nuclear tests and launches of intercontinental ballistic missiles.”
Kim Jong-Un is due to meet with South Korean president Moon Jae-in next week for the first talks between the bordering in over a decade. He will also meet with Donald Trump later in the year.
Moon called the announcement “meaningful progress”, and of course, Trump chimed in on Twitter.
North Korea has agreed to suspend all Nuclear Tests and close up a major test site. This is very good news for North Korea and the World – big progress! Look forward to our Summit.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 20, 2018
