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North and South Korean officials reach deal after talks

North and South Korean officials have struck a deal after negotiations to end tensions on the peninsula.

The dispute, over South Korea's anti-North propaganda broadcasts, had brought the two sides to the brink of armed conflict.

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Talks between North and South Korea to continue tomorrow

Talks aimed at ending a standoff between North and South Korea are due to continue tomorrow after being adjourned for the day.

Representatives from North and South Korea met for talks in the border village of Panmunjom in Paju Credit: The South Korean Unification Ministry via AP

The talks, which have seen top aides to the leaders of both countries meet in an attempt to defuse mounting tensions and try to avert possible military action, are being held at the Panmunjom truce village.

According to South Korea's presidential spokesman Min Kyung-wook the meeting adjourned at 4.15am but will resume at 3pm on Sunday. No details about the talks have been disclosed.

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