Is the superpower itself ready to make some concessions?

Many people have heaved a sigh of relief after the United States and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea dialed down their rhetoric over the past few days.

US President Donald Trump tweeted on Wednesday that "Kim Jong-un of North Korea made a very wise and well-reasoned decision. The alternative would have been both catastrophic and unacceptable." It came after the DPRK said it will assess "the foolish and stupid conduct" of the US before firing missiles toward Guam.

Trump alarmed the world on Aug 8 by saying that the DPRK best not make any more threats to the US or "will be met with fire and fury". The DPRK responded by saying it planned to fire four missiles into the waters off Guam.