The People's Republic of China is planning a diplomatic mission to North Korea following international outrage at Kim Jong Un's intention to visit Russian President Vladimir Putin.
National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan threatened retaliation if the two world leaders strike a weapons deal during a press briefing.
Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, greets North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un during their meeting in Vladivostok, Russia.In a statement, the White House acknowledged that the U.S. expects"leader-level diplomatic engagement" on the potential arms deal to take place in Russia.
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