US President Donald Trump has said North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has responded to his recent diplomatic outreach.
Trump made the remarks after ordering a significant reduction in US military exercises with South Korea. He said Kim had responded to his overtures but did not provide details about the North Korean leader’s message.
Trump has highlighted his personal relationship with Kim, saying the North Korean leader has treated him with respect.
The latest development could signal renewed interest in dialogue between Washington and Pyongyang, after years of strained relations.
Trump’s decision to scale back military exercises with South Korea has also attracted attention in the region, with officials and analysts assessing its possible impact on regional security.
South Korea has said it continues to value its alliance with Washington, while Trump has argued that dialogue with Kim could help make the Korean Peninsula safer.
