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.
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“South Korea says the South Korean and US militaries have agreed to shorten their drills - AP News”
South Korea says South Korean and US militaries have agreed to shorten their drills
Key points
- South Korea and the United States agreed to shorten drills at the U.S.'s request, officials said.
- Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises were reduced; one phase was ended earlier than planned.
- Experts warn the move could weaken joint defense posture and alliance credibility.
- North Korea criticized the drills as dangerous, vowing to neutralize threats.
- Kim Jong Un remains skeptical of talks unless denuclearization demands are eased.
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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.