South Korea’s exports unexpectedly expanded for a third consecutive month in April, even as President Trump’s sweeping tariffs have started to hurt international trade.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that he has "potential" trade deals with India, South Korea and Japan as he seeks to convert his tariff policy into trade agreements.

Trump stated there is a good chance for trade deals with China, India, South Korea, and Japan, noting the U.S. is benefiting from tariffs and he is not in a hurry to finalize these agreements.

The announcement comes after North Korea confirmed for the first time its soldiers are fighting alongside Russia.

The assessment came two days after North Korea confirmed for the first time that it had sent combat troops to help Russia recapture parts of the Kursk region.

SEOUL (Reuters) -North Korea earlier this week conducted the first test-firing of the weapons system of the new "Choe Hyon-class" warship it recently unveiled, state media KCNA reported on Wednesday.