Trump praises his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un
US President Donald Trump has publicly praised his personal relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, saying they get along very well.
US President Donald Trump has spoken favorably about his personal rapport with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. In a video clip circulated by Al Jazeera's newsfeed, Trump stated that he gets along with the North Korean leader very well.
The remark was published as part of an Al Jazeera video segment and draws renewed attention to Trump's long-standing willingness to speak positively about Kim, who is widely regarded as one of the more isolated and controversial state leaders on the international stage.
Context
North Korea has remained a focus of international attention over its nuclear weapons program and its relations with Western countries, including the United States. Trump's expressed appreciation for his personal connection with Kim Jong Un is seen as part of his broader rhetorical approach toward leaders with whom he has had direct engagement.
The source material does not provide further detail about the context in which the remark was made, nor whether it is tied to a specific event or planned meeting. The Al Jazeera video captures only Trump's quote about the relationship with the North Korean leader, without additional details on further diplomatic steps or official communication between the two sides.
