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Trump Eyes Meeting with Kim Amid Tense Relations

10/28/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump expressed a desire to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his Asia tour, potentially discussing sanctions relief.
U.S. and South Korean officials say there are no concrete plans for a meeting.
North Korea has remained silent after recently test-firing a hypersonic missile.
Analysts say North Korea's strengthened ties with Russia and China reduce its incentive to negotiate with the United States.

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U.S. President Donald Trump expressed a desire to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his Asia tour, potentially discussing sanctions relief.
U.S. and South Korean officials say there are no concrete plans for a meeting.
North Korea has remained silent after recently test-firing a hypersonic missile.
Analysts say North Korea's strengthened ties with Russia and China reduce its incentive to negotiate with the United States.