There has been cautious optimism in the South that the North may respond positively and may even show willingness to re-engage in dialogue.

North Korea is not interested in talks with South Korea, Kim Jong Un's powerful younger sister says. Kim Yo Jong says there is "nothing to discuss," despite conciliatory moves from Seoul's new president.

Since his election, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has tried to reverse the hard-line stance of his predecessor toward Pyongyang.