South Korea proposes talks to officially end war with North
Lee Jae Myung offers chance to end the conflict, which has been frozen since an armistice in 1953.
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"Let us put down our intentions to threaten each other and begin discussions to end the long-running war as the directly involved parties."
— Lee Jae Myung , Politician
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Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Kim Jong Un is the Supreme Leader of North Korea.
Lee Jae Myung is the President of South Korea.
Former President of South Korea.
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Lee Jae Myung offers chance to end the conflict, which has been frozen since an armistice in 1953.
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