US and South Korea curtail joint military drills
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US and South Korean militaries
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August 19, 2026
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The US and South Korea agreed to end joint military drills on August 21, earlier than planned. The decision follows criticism from President Trump regarding the exercises. The drills were originally scheduled to run until August 27.
- Earlier version 18/19/2026, 5:00:27 AM
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