‘Mediator for peace’: S Korea seeks China’s help to ease tensions with N Korea

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has requested Chinese President Xi Jinping to mediate the North Korean nuclear crisis and ease inter-Korean tensions. Lee emphasized the blocked communication channels with Pyongyang, urging China to act as a peace mediator. Xi stressed the need for patience, while both leaders agreed on the importance of freezing North Korea's nuclear and missile programs.