What was North Korea's response to President George w Bush 2001 threat to stop negotiation

North Korea responded to President George W. Bush's threat to stop negotiations by criticizing the United States and accusing it of being hostile and aggressive. North Korea warned that if the U.S. abandoned negotiations, it would be declaring war on North Korea. The North Korean government also reiterated its commitment to its nuclear program and stated that it would not give in to U.S. pressure.