Trump says Kim's response was 'very positive', talks make South Korea safer

US President Donald Trump has said that North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un, responded 'very positively' after he reached out.

Trump indicated that keeping communication open with the North Korean leader benefits regional security, arguing that such engagement helps reduce tensions and makes South Korea safer.

The remarks come as the US administration continues looking for ways to re-establish contact with Pyongyang following years of stalled diplomacy. No further details were given about the content of the exchange or any potential next steps.