South Korea, US to begin exercises next week to bolster readiness against North’s threats
Summary
South Korea and the United States will start their annual military exercise called Ulchi Freedom Shield next week to improve their readiness against threats from North Korea. Around 18,000 South Korean soldiers will take part, and the exercise will include realistic training based on recent conflicts, including lessons from North Korean troops who fought in Ukraine.Key Facts
- The Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise will last 11 days and begin next Monday.
- Approximately 18,000 South Korean soldiers will participate in the drills.
- The exercise includes live, virtual, and field training to prepare for various threats.
- It is one of two main joint military exercises conducted yearly by South Korea and the U.S.
- U.S. spokesperson highlighted that North Korean troops have gained combat experience in Ukraine.
- North Korea recently resumed ballistic missile tests, which are banned by the United Nations.
- South Korea, the U.S., and Japan detected a North Korean short-range missile launch that landed in North Korean waters.
- North Korea views such joint drills as preparations for invasion and often responds with weapons tests and strong words.
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