Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, described the South Korean president's expression of regret as 'very fortunate and wise.' This statement follows a period of tension regarding drone activities.
Initially, Seoul denied any involvement in the drone survey flight that prompted this diplomatic exchange. The acknowledgment from South Korea may represent a potential thaw in the historically strained inter-Korean relations.
As both nations navigate this complex situation, the implications of this exchange could influence future interactions between North and South Korea.
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Update at 07:08 UTC on 2026-06-09
BBC World reported Xi has wrapped up a two-day visit to Pyongyang, his first official trip to North Korea since 2019.
Sources: BBC World