Daily brief
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un praised South Korean President Lee as 'frank' and 'broad-minded' after Lee apologized for South Korean drones entering North Korean airspace. Kim's compliment marked a notable diplomatic gesture despite earlier downplaying of statements by his sister. (ongoing coverage)
US President Donald Trump criticized South Korea, Japan, Australia and NATO for not sending support to the Strait of Hormuz.
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev accepted an invitation from South Korean President Lee to visit Seoul.
South Korea's Foreign Ministry said it would 'carefully review' Trump's complaints against the country.
A senior South Korean diplomat discussed North Korea policies with a close aide of US President Donald Trump.