'Begin discussions': South Korea's Lee Jae Myung calls for talks with North Korea
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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung seeks peace talks with North Korea to formally end the Korean War and address North Korea's nuclear capabilities amid growing military ties with Russia. The talks also focus on reducing regional tensions and improving relations with Japan, coinciding with imminent US-South Korean military exercises.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung seeks peace talks to formally end the Korean War. He also wants to discuss North Korea's nuclear capabilities and reduce regional tensions. This proposal comes as North Korea strengthens its military ties with Russia. Annual US-South Korean military exercises are scheduled to begin soon. Lee also addressed improving relations with Japan and fostering prosperity.