Scaling back US-South Korea drills may not draw Kim away from China
Trump signaled renewed talks with Kim Jong Un while scaling back US-South Korea military exercises.
OriginalSourceAP NewsUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityPublished14:22 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceAP NewsUnited StatesLeanCenterCredibilityPublished14:22 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
“Drills cut by Trump are central to the US-South Korea alliance - AP News”
Drills cut by Trump are central to the US-South Korea alliance
Key points
- Ulchi Freedom Shield (UFS) is a central, 11-day exercise between US and South Korea.
- Trump ordered substantial scale-back of the drill, citing relations with Kim and Iran.
- About 18,000 South Korean soldiers were slated to participate this year.
- Experts warn downsizing could weaken readiness and strain the alliance.
- The drills are defended as defensive; North Korea vows to respond to provocations.
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“Scaling back US-South Korea drills may fail to woo Kim away from China”
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Trump signaled renewed talks with Kim Jong Un while scaling back US-South Korea military exercises.