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The announcement comes amid a planned meeting set later this year between President Trump and the North Korean dictator.
Trump Says Unless North Korea Summit 'Fruitful' He'll Pull Out
President Trump said that although he's looking ahead to a historic summit meeting with Kim Jong Un he could still pull out.
Trump Says 'Good Relationship' Formed with North Korea
President Donald Trump on Wednesday confirmed that his CIA chief secretly met with Kim Jong Un in North Korea.
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Promises of North Korea's good behavior in return for concessions from the U.S. have not worked in the past.
US Official Says North Korean Leader Ready to Discuss Nukes
North Korea's government says that leader Kim Jong Un is ready to discuss his nuclear weapons program with President Trump.
Koreas Discuss Communication Issues Ahead of Summit
South Korean media have speculated whether Kim will cross the Military Demarcation Line in a symbolic gesture of peace.
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