Overseas media outlets are reporting on former U.S. President Bill Clinton's surprise trip to North Korea.

Quoting domestic reports, Reuters said Tuesday that Clinton will likely launch negotiations with North Korea for the release of two American journalists.

The Associated Press (AP) also covered the news, stressing the visit comes amid heightened tension over the North's nuclear test and missile launches.

Major U.S. dailies like the Washington Post and the New York Times also included reports of Clinton's visit on their online editions.