Ulchi Freedom Shield 2024: Tensions and Balancing Acts
South Korea and the US plan extensive joint military drills, Ulchi Freedom Shield, with partial rescheduling to minimize North Korean tensions. These drills will integrate advanced responses to emerging threats, excluding nuclear tests. The delay aims to ease relations as South Korea seeks improved ties and dialogue with North Korea.
South Korea and the United States have announced major joint military drills, Ulchi Freedom Shield, slated to begin on August 18.
Officials revealed adjustments, delaying some exercises to September to manage tensions with North Korea while ensuring effective training given extreme weather conditions and maintaining defense readiness.
The exercise comes as South Korea's President aims to mend relations with Pyongyang, despite skepticism over North Korea's acceptance.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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