South Korea president calls for military independence in wake of Trump call to cut joint drills
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Asia Pacific category. Published on August 18, 2026 • Originally reported by Raphael Rashid in Seoul and agencies. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Asia Pacific category. Published on August 18, 2026 • Originally reported by Raphael Rashid in Seoul and agencies. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
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
South Korea’s president has renewed his push to regain independent control of the military from the US in the event of war and urged faster progress in acquiring nuclear-powered submarines after Donald Trump’s order to cut joint drills.
On Sunday night, Trump instructed the Pentagon to “substantially reduce” this week’s joint military exercises with South Korea, saying the nuclear-armed North “has been unthreatening and respectful” and that the US president had a “very good relationship with Kim Jong-un”.
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