SEOUL: North Korea slammed South Korea on Sunday for dismissing a peace overture by leader Kim Jong-Un, accusing Seoul of “pouring cold water” on its attempt to mend ties.

During his New Year address on Wednesday, Kim hailed the execution last month of his once-powerful uncle, and accused the US and South Korea of maneuvering for a nuclear war.

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