Trump told reporters that this was a special and very happy night for these three men. He also declared that the U.S. and North Korea are starting a new era. He is scheduled to meet with Kim Jong Un on June 12th to further discuss national relations.
Why North Korea Released These Men
KCNA, the official news agency of North Korea, reports that their leader released the men because of the “official suggestion” of Donald Trump, the President of the United States.
North Korea officials originally arrested them on charges of anti-state activities. America viewed their imprisonments as political maneuvering by North Korea.
Reminder
Otto Warmbier, a college student, was the last American that released by North Korea before this. He died in 2017, only a few days after he returned to the U.S. He had severe brain injuries from his imprisonment.
Questions from the American People:
Can we trust that Kim Jong Un is ready to negotiate?
Should Trump have made a public show of welcoming the detainees home or should it have been a private reception?
