On Thursday, the world learned of President Trump’s decision to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, reports The Hill.
An Overview of the Upcoming Meeting
Firstly, South Korean national security adviser Chung Eui-yong affirmed President Trump’s decision to meet with Kim Jong Un as a means to “achieve permanent denuclearization.” The aforementioned declaration comes after months of hostility between the sitting President and his North Korean counterpart.
The animosity between the United States and North Korea is decades old. However, some people believe tensions have escalated under President Trump. North Korea has chosen to launch deadly missiles across the globe, much to the chagrin of countless nations.
Kim Jong Un furthermore continuously issues various threats against America. Therefore, heavy sanctions against North Korea are currently in effect. President Trump has moreover reiterated his determination to protect the United States from any and all perils.
However, a potential solution may be on the horizons. White House press secretary Sarah Sanders confirmed the accuracy of Chung Eui-yong’s preceding affirmations:
