Trump orders a sharp cut to military drills with South Korea, while praising Kim Jong-un - South Korea Perspective

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Seoul is gauging the cost of a decision announced without consultation in Washington, amid opposition protests, a field exercise proceeding as planned, and renewed debate over autonomous nuclear deterrence.

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Seoul, August 17, 2026.

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