Trump says US to scale back South Korea military drills after it stayed out of Iran war
Middle East2 sources2 countries🔦 Under-reported23m ago
President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will substantially reduce the scale of joint military exercises with South Korea. The decision follows the President's stated desire to adjust military cooperation in the region while maintaining his diplomatic relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
Reports indicate that the President linked the reduction of these drills to South Korea’s recent foreign policy decisions. Specifically, the administration cited South Korea's refusal to assist in efforts regarding the denuclearization of Iran as a factor in the decision to scale back the joint military activities.
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Capital FM (Nairobi, Kenya)Focuses on the reduction of drills and personal diplomatic ties
NPR News (National) (US)Emphasizes the directive to the Pentagon and the Iran connection
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