South Korea: President Lee Jae Myung Proposes Talks With North Korea To Formally End Korean War | VIDEO

Seoul, August 15, 2026: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has proposed formal peace talks with North Korea to end the Korean War and address North Korea's nuclear ambitions, as he called for lasting peace on the Korean Peninsula during a National Liberation Day ceremony. Lee made the proposal at the ceremony, which commemorates Korea's liberation from Japan's 1910-45 colonial rule.

Despite North Korea's recent lack of response to Seoul's reconciliatory efforts, Lee emphasized his administration's commitment to maintaining dialogue for peaceful coexistence and mutual growth. The president stressed the need for a multilayered security system to manage tensions and prevent crises, pledging to take proactive measures in line with regional security concerns.

Lee also highlighted ongoing dialogue with Japan, praising the improved trust and cooperation resulting from recent exchanges, and expressed hope for a new era of peace and prosperity between the two nations.