As Seoul waits for an official response to suggested high-level talks, Pyongyang has reiterated its desire to speak with Washington, suggesting discussions over ending its nuclear tests.

The North first made the offer late last week, suggesting the discussions in exchange for temporary suspension of U.S.-ROK military drills. On Tuesday, Pyongyang’s Deputy Ambassador to the UN An Myong Hun told reporters they remained interested in discussions.

“We are ready for that, if the United States wants additional explanation about the proposal,” An said. The deputy ambassador also said that “many things will be possible” if the U.S. agrees to the