Trump hints at Kim contacts after scaling back Seoul drills
The US president praises ties with the North Korean leader while rebuking key ally Seoul over its failure to support the Iran campaign.
In a development concerning US diplomacy, President Donald Trump suggested connections to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un after reducing military drills with South Korea. The president, who met Kim three times during his first term, highlighted that their relationship had made the situation safer. He, however, did not detail the current stage of conversations with Kim.
Trump's remarks came after he criticized South Korea's inability to aid the US in its potential conflict with Iran. South Korean officials maintained they were proceeding with the planned exercises, expressing hope that the rapport between Trump and Kim could rekindle talks. North Korea, known for its criticism of the joint drills, showed no immediate reaction.
The US Senate's top Democrat on military affairs condemned Trump's decision, questioning the US's support for its allies.
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- Trump hints at Kim contacts after scaling back Seoul drills freemalaysiatoday.com
- Trump hints at Kim talks after scaling back Seoul drills koreatimes.co.kr
