The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is actively seeking ways to restore diplomatic relations with North Korea. Recent efforts are focused on easing the situation following several years of conflicts, including nuclear tests and military provocations by North Korea. Steps are being taken at various government levels, particularly through special envoys and diplomatic channels. These efforts are also aimed at reducing regional tensions, which could create opportunities for new negotiations and stability on the peninsula, reports the Baltimore Chronicle, citing Axios.
Sources close to the administration note that the United States has no intention of lifting sanctions on North Korea but is open to talks provided that North Korea demonstrates willingness to compromise, including halting nuclear tests. Additionally, there remains hope for the success of international efforts to increase pressure on Pyongyang through a unified stance among allies.
The decision on new steps in negotiations depends on North Korea’s response and its leadership’s readiness for dialogue. The U.S. hopes to resume contact through channels that have previously allowed avoiding escalation of the conflict.
Earlier we wrote that Trump and Zelenskyy discuss ceasefire in closed-door talks in Rome.