Trump and Kim had been due to hold high-stakes talks on June 12 aimed at ridding the reclusive state of nuclear weapons. By AFPMore by this AuthorWASHINGTONUS President Donald Trump informed Kim Jong Un Thursday he is cancelling their nuclear summit next month in Singapore, blaming "anger" and "hostility" from the North Korean regime for the collapse of the historic event. "We greatly appreciate your time, patience, and effort with respect to our recent negotiations and discussions" relative to the summit, he told Kim. "If you change your mind having to do with this most important summit, please do not hesitate to call me or write. "The world, and North Korea in particular, has lost a great opportunity for lasting peace and great prosperity and wealth.

Source: Daily Nation May 24, 2018 14:03 UTC