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US-South Korea drills renew questions over North Korea’s military power

US-South Korea drills renew questions over North Korea’s military power

Summary

President Donald Trump asked to reduce the size of planned military drills between the US and South Korea, calling North Korea "unthreatening and respectful." South Korea hopes that President Trump’s good relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un can encourage North Korea to return to peace talks.

Key Facts

  • The US and South Korea planned to hold joint military drills.
  • President Trump called to scale back these drills just hours before they started.
  • Trump described North Korea as not a threat and respectful.
  • South Korea expressed hope that Trump's personal ties with Kim Jong Un will help negotiations.
  • North Korea has a growing nuclear weapons program and close ties with Russia.
  • The article discusses North Korea’s military power and regional security concerns.
  • The drills proceed despite the US President’s request to reduce them.
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