South Korea and US proceed with military drills despite Trump's call for reduction
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August 17, 2026
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US President Trump ordered a reduction in military drills with South Korea, citing his relationship with Kim Jong Un. South Korea's Blue House confirmed the drills are proceeding as scheduled, with close coordination with Washington. The exercises involve 18,000 troops and focus on drone warfare and cyber threats.
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