As China ups heat on NKorea, US faces questions of diplomacy
(WorldNews Politics)

WASHINGTON (AP) - China`s surprising suspension of North Korean coal imports puts pressure not only on Pyongyang, but also on President Donald Trump. The question for him: Should the U.S. respond with new North Korea negotiations? Years of failed efforts to stem North Korea`s nuclear and missile programs have followed a usual pattern. The United States seeks tougher action from China, the North`s traditional ally. Beijing urges U.S. diplomatic engagement. But China`s move this weekend appears to change the dynamic, addressing the long-standing American demand, one Trump has vociferously repeated. If enforced, the loss of coal revenue could tighten the screws on leader Kim Jong Un after his...