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South Korea's Military Independence Call

Updated 2026-08-18 06:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung calls for full military command independence following a US decision to cut joint drills with North Korea. The move is seen as a response to improved relations between South and North Korea.

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The Guardian

South Korea president calls for military independence in wake of Trump call to cut joint drills

Lee Jae Myung reiterates desire for full command back in Seoul’s hands after Donald Trump cuts joint exercises, citing warm ties with Kim Jong-un‘Inane, haphazard decision’ by Trump to gut South Ko

2026-08-18 05:50 UTC