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South Korea Prepares for Potential Challenges Amid Reduced U.S. Military Drills

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung emphasized the importance of peace while preparing for potential challenges, following U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to reduce joint military drills with South Korea. The exercises, which began on August 14 and involve 18,000 South Korean personnel, have been criticized by North Korea as rehearsals for invasion. Discussions between South Korea and the U.S. are ongoing regarding military contributions amidst these developments.

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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung emphasized the importance of peace while preparing for potential challenges, following U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to reduce joint military drills with South Korea. The exercises, which began on August 14 and involve 18,000 South Korean personnel, have been criticized by North Korea as rehearsals for invasion. Discussions between South Korea and the U.S. are ongoing regarding military contributions amidst these developments.

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South Korea must brace for ‘worst-case scenario,’ President Lee says, as Trump cuts military drills

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South Korea Prepares for Potential Challenges Amid Reduced U.S. Military Drills