US President-elect Donald Trump's team is exploring the possibility of direct talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in an effort to "break the ice" and reduce the risk of armed conflict, two sources familiar with the situation told Reuters.

The overriding question is whether Trump, who has professed to have exchanged 'love notes' with Mr. Kim, will angle for a fourth summit.

First Trump administration saw angry threats and diplomatic meetings between president and North Korean leader

The North Korean dictator appeared to rebuff the prospect of reviving nuclear diplomacy with the president-elect.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said past talks with the US merely confirmed Washington’s “unchangeable” hostility toward Pyongyang, in comments delivered at an arms exhibition showing off the country’s latest missiles designed to hit the US mainland.

President-elect Donald Trump's team is discussing pursuing direct talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, hoping a fresh diplomatic push can lower the risks of armed conflict, according to two people familiar with the matter.

Reuters reports that Donald Trump's team plans to resume direct talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. The purpose of these talks remains unclear. According to sources cited by Reuters, resuming contacts between Trump and Kim could reduce the risk of military confrontation and restore communication channels.

Donald Trump's team plans to resume direct talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, reports Reuters. The purpose of these talks remains unclear. According to sources cited by Reuters, resuming contact between Trump and Kim could reduce the risk of military confrontation and restore communication channels.