President Donald Trump on Sunday took a step no other sitting American president had before, crossing into North Korea with its leader, Kim Jong Un
SEOUL, South Korea — — a theatrical gesture meant to kick start stalled nuclear negotiations between the two countries.Story Continued Below
“It is good to see you again,” Kim said through an interpreter. “I never expected to meet you in this place.”Trump said Kim then asked him if he would like to cross into North Korea. Trump said he would be honored and walked about 20 steps into the country.By signing up you agree to receive email newsletters or alerts from POLITICO. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Troops respond as President Donald Trump arrives at Osan Air Base in South Korea on June 30, 2019. | Susan Walsh/AP Photo The president stressed that point repeatedly to reporters on Sunday, arguing that North Korea has become more peaceful since he and Kim began their negotiations.
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