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  "id": 3102363,
  "title": "(3rd LD) Top diplomats of S. Korea, U.S. stress 'close' communication on N. Korea's nuclear issue",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/3rd-ld-top-diplomats-of-s-korea-u-s-stress-close-communication-on-n",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-24T20:15:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yonhap News",
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    "url": "https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260825000353315"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Seoul and Washington's top diplomats have agreed to maintain close communication and cooperation to resolve North Korea's nuclear issue and promote peace on the Korean Peninsula, according to Seoul's foreign ministry. Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in phone talks on Monday, amid worries about President Trump's administration potentially shifting focus from Korea's denuclearization. The concerns were heightened after Trump declined to clarify whether his aim in reengaging with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un remains denuclearization. The two nations agreed to uphold a strong combined defense posture and remain in constant coordination on issues vital to their alliance. Cho expressed confidence that Trump's recent invitation for Kim to meet later this month will foster dialogue and peace. They also pledged to collaborate on enhancing bilateral ties through mutually advantageous outcomes in various matters, including trade, an investment pact, and security cooperation. Cho emphasized South Korea's readiness to aid in restoring free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, following Trump's demand for Seoul's assistance.",
  "summary": "SEOUL/WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 (Yonhap) -- The top diplomats of South Korea and the U...",
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      {
        "outlet": "Yonhap News",
        "title": "(URGENT) Top diplomats of S. Korea, U.S. stress 'close' communication over N. Korea, peninsula peace: foreign ministry",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/urgent-top-diplomats-of-s-korea-u-s-stress-close-communication-over-n",
        "published": "2026-08-24T15:12:11.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "S. Korea, US diplomats stress 'close' communication on NK, peninsula peace",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/s-korea-us-diplomats-stress-close-communication-on-nk-peninsula-peace",
        "published": "2026-08-24T16:02:03.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}