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strikeAug 18, 2026
South Korea president stresses US alliance as many baffled by Trump order to cut exercises
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea's president said Tuesday a solid alliance with the U.S. strengthens the foundation of national security, as many South Koreans were baffled and concerned about U.S. President Donald Trump's abrupt order to “substantially reduce” joint military exercises.
Source: HYUNG-JIN KIM, Associated Press — Read the full report
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- HYUNG-JIN KIM, Associated PressBy HYUNG-JIN KIM, Associated Press
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea's president said Tuesday a solid alliance with the U.S. strengthens the foundation of national security, as many South Koreans were baffled and concerned about U.S. President Donald Trump's abrupt order to “substantially reduce” joint militar…
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