Trump Plans New Meeting With Kim Jong Un For Denuclearization Talks

President Donald Trump expressed eagerness to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un again, highlighting their previously strong and respectful relationship. During a summit with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, Trump emphasized his hope to facilitate peace talks and denuclearization on the Korean Peninsula, describing North Korea as a country of tremendous potential. Trump recalled their historic summits and ongoing communications, noting discussions on sensitive topics and his sense of safety despite the heavily armed environment. He also suggested South Korea could play a key role in fostering peace and discussed the possibility of changes to U.S. military presence in South Korea to optimize strategic arrangements. Trump criticized the previous Biden administration's defense cost-sharing decisions, asserting that South Korea had previously paid billions under his leadership. The overall tone from Trump and South Korea's leader conveys optimism for renewed dialogue and lasting peace efforts involving the United States and North Korea.