We have insisted that (North Korea) cease its long-range missile development, production and export program, ... We are at a critical juncture in our relations with Pyongyang. The choice is for the North to behave in a way that allows for a positive direction in our relations.
There are tough choices to be made by each side,
I think frankly the horrors of what has been seen and the tragedy has impelled them to understand that there is a choice between a future like what we've seen in the last 10 days and one where they can learn to live together,
I think this is a very hard choice, but the price -- we think the price is worth it,
will have no choice but to take strong measures.
The best way forward is to allow the parties time to reflect on the choices before them.
Iraq has a simple choice. Reverse course or face the consequences,