Joel Witt

Joel Witt, a distinguished fellow at the Stimson Center and former U.S. State Department official, shares insights from his book on U.S. failures regarding North Korea. He reveals surprising near-deals from Hanoi and discusses John Bolton's opposition to diplomacy. Witt highlights North Korea's growing ties with Russia as a challenge for talks, emphasizes their commitment to nuclear weapons, and reflects on missed opportunities in U.S. policy. He also suggests practical measures to reduce tensions without immediate denuclearization.