U.S. President Donald Trump on May 11, 2026, confirmed that he held discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping about North Korea. The statement comes as relations between Washington and Pyongyang remain tense.
Speaking to the press, Trump said his conversation with the Chinese leader took place recently, but he did not disclose specific details regarding the content or timing. The move follows weeks of escalating tensions related to North Korea's missile and nuclear programs.
China, North Korea's closest ally, has long acted as a mediator in international talks on denuclearizing the Korean Peninsula. Trump's remarks indicate Washington still sees Beijing as a key partner in addressing the issue.
So far, there has been no official reaction from China or North Korea regarding the information.
