The United States’ new ambassador to the United Nations (U.N.) warned the world that North Korea is a “serious threat” to global peace and security on Monday, setting the tone for where she stands on DPRK issues in her new role.

U.N. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield — who was recently confirmed into her role on Feb. 23 — also stressed the need to denuclearize North Korea during a press conference.

“We do believe that North Korea constitutes a serious threat to our peace and security and to the globe,” she said. “And so, we have a vital interest in trying to deter