The Guardian: 'Peace-loving' North Korea claims credit for thaw with US
State media hits out at suggestions rapprochement on the peninsula is a result of sanctions and Donald Trump’s ‘maximum pressure’ campaign
North Korea has commented for the first time on the recent rapprochement on the peninsula, saying warming relations with Seoul and Washington are thanks to its “proactive measure and peace-loving proposal”.
North Korea also dismissed suggestions international sanctions were the cause of improved ties in a commentary published by the country’s official Korean Central News Agency, instead saying diplomatic efforts were a sign of Pyongyang’s strength and confidence.
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WNU Editor: One has to ask the question .... if President Trump was not so insistent on sanctions, would we be where we are today? Considering North Korea's behavior under Kim Jong-un for the past few years, I would say no. On a side note, the speculation is now on where will this summit be held .... DMZ? Sweden? Washington? Trump-Kim summit site rumors swirl (AP)
More News On North Korean Denying That Sanctions Forced It To Seek Talks
North Korea says sanctions did not push it to seek US talks -- BBC
N. Korea breaks silence on diplomatic thaw, denies sanctions drove it to dialogue -- Stars and Stripes/LATimes
Trump Had Nothing to Do With Korea Peace Talks, Says North Korea -- Newsweek
North Korean media lashes out at skeptics, softens tone on Seoul, U.S. -- UPI
N. Korea denies sanctions prompted diplomatic thaw -- AFP
NKorea says its diplomatic moves are not a sign of weakness -- AP
North Korea warns its detractors, notes an 'atmosphere for reconciliation' ahead of talks -- Washington Post
Kim Jong Un's “warm compatriotism” is responsible for thawing tensions, says Kim Jong Un -- VICE News
Update: South Korean President Moon wants trilateral talks ....
South Korea's Moon says three-way summit with North Korea, U.S. possible. -- Reuters
Moon: Trilateral summit with Seoul, U.S., North possible -- UPI
South Korea's Leader Floats 3-Way Talks With Trump and Kim Jong-un -- New York Times
